Science Laboratory Technician 2027

Academy Movement Inc; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Salary packaging

Discounted school fees

Employee Assistance Program

Access to College gym

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing and collaboration culture

Job summary

St Francis Catholic College is seeking an organised Science Laboratory Technician to support hands-on learning at Cobblebank Campus. You will prepare lab equipment and materials for lessons, assist with chemical handling, and maintain safety in the learning environment.

Commencing January 2027, the part-time (0.6 FTE) ongoing role offers a salary range of $33,947 to $43,475 per annum. MACS is the employer, with generous benefits and a focus on wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• Position requires organisation and enthusiasm to support hands-on science learning.
• Responsibilities include preparing equipment, handling chemicals safely, and maintaining lab resources.
• Must maintain a clean, safe, well-organised learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment and materials for practical lessons.
• Assist with preparation and safe handling of chemicals.
• Maintain laboratory resources and equipment.
• Ensure a clean, safe and well-organised learning environment.

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 26 October 2026

St Francis Catholic College is a place where each student’s spiritual and academic growth is nurtured in a supportive, caring, encouraging and faith-filled environment.We are seeking dynamic, forward-thinking professionals for the following position.

St Francis Catholic College is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS) ABN 18643442371. MACS is the employer of employees at St Francis Catholic College.

Science Laboratory Technician - Cobblebank Campus 2027

St Francis Catholic College is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Science Laboratory Technician to support engaging, hands‑on learning experiences at our campus. Working closely with Science teaching staff, you will prepare laboratory equipment and materials for practical lessons, assist with the preparation and safe handling of chemicals, maintain laboratory resources and equipment, and ensure a clean, safe and well‑organised learning environment.

Commencing January 2027, this is a part-time (0.6), ongoing position.

Classification: Education Support Category B
Salary Range: $33,947 to $43,475 FTE 0.6 equivalentper annum

Why Join St Francis Catholic College?

Some of the benefits you can expect include:

• Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging, including a paid flexible leave day per school year
• Discounted school fees for staff with children attending the College
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free confidential counselling support
• Access to the College gym (available upon induction, before and after school)
• Professional development opportunities and encouraged career progression
• A strong culture of wellbeing, support, and collaboration across both campuses
• Contact details for two Principals/Managers (current and previous, where applicable)
  

Applications close: Monday 26 October 2026 at 3pm.

Please note that we may review applications and conduct interviews as they are received.

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, well‑being, and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire a Working with Children's Check and National Police Check.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

St Francis Catholic College is committed to providing every child with a Child Safe environment and is committed to a vigorous and proactive Child Safety Culture.

St Francis Catholic College Melton is a 7 – 12 Catholic, Co-educational, Secondary College, situated in Bulmans Road, Melton. It provides education for the Parishes of St Bernard’s Bacchus Marsh, St Dominic’s Melton and St Anthony’s Melton South.