Science Laboratory Manager

Flex People Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex People Group is seeking a Science Laboratory Leader for a large Catholic school in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. You will oversee a small team of Technicians and manage daily laboratory operations to support high-quality Science teaching and STEM initiatives.

You will lead safety, risk assessments, and the integration of technology in practical activities, while streamlining processes and maintaining OH&S compliance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading, coordinating, or supervising a team.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing demands.
• Solution-oriented and able to bring improvement and streamlining of processes and systems.
• Experience working in a science laboratory and with technologies.
• Experience using and supporting educational technologies and emerging tools in a Science and STEM context.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
• Experience preparing and maintaining risk assessments for practical scientific work.
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation, regulations, and codes of practice relevant to school laboratories.
• Relevant qualifications in Science, Laboratory Science, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child safety and child safety compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the science laboratories and support staff.
• Ensure safe and efficient preparation of practical activities.
• Support integration of technology, innovation, and inquiry-based learning.
• Oversee risk assessments and OH&S compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Laboratory experience

Educational technologies

OH&S knowledge

Risk assessment

Adaptability

Education

Science-related qualification

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Seeking a Science Laboratory Leader to oversee a small team of Technicians

Large catholic school in the Eastern suburbs

Eastern suburbs | Attractive remuneration package

About the Client

Our Client is a large and well-renowned Catholic school committed to providing innovative learning and teaching programs that deliver personal academic excellence for each student.

Our client provides ongoing professional development to keep Teachers at the forefront of best educational practices, which includes access to state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

They are seeking a Full-Time Science Laboratory Manager to join a forward-thinking and collaborative Science team. This role will be supported by a team of Science Laboratory Technicians.

About the Role

The Science Laboratory Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, coordination, and day-to-day operation of the Science laboratories, including the supervision of laboratory support functions and the provision of technical assistance to Science staff. The role supports the delivery of high-quality Science teaching and learning, by ensuring practical activities are prepared safely and efficiently, and in a timely manner.

The Science Laboratory Manager supports the operation of Science and STEM learning spaces, assisting teaching staff to integrate technology, innovation, and inquiry-based learning into the Science curriculum.

Key Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience leading, coordinating, or supervising a team.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing demands.
• Solution-oriented and able to bring improvement and streamlining of processes and systems.
• Experience working in a science laboratory and with technologies.
• Experience using and supporting educational technologies and emerging tools in a Science and STEM context.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
• Experience preparing and maintaining risk assessments for practical scientific work.
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation, regulations, and codes of practice relevant to school laboratories.
• Relevant qualifications in Science, Laboratory Science, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child safety and child safety compliance requirements.