Science Technician - Wynnum State High School, Education

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynnum State High School in Education Brisbane - East, Australia seeks a Science Technician to support science lessons by preparing samples, setting up demonstrations, and assisting teachers with safety procedures. The role involves maintaining laboratories and equipment and helping create a safe, engaging learning environment for students and staff.

You will identify hazards, support practical activities and field trips, and collaborate with teachers to ensure high-quality science education.

Qualifications

• Motivated team player with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to supporting quality science education in a collaborative school environment.
• Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute and set up science samples and demonstrations.
• Work independently in the laboratory, identifying and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Maintain laboratories, classrooms, storerooms and equipment in a clean, safe and organised condition.
• Support science teachers and senior laboratory staff with experiments, demonstrations, student equipment instruction and safety procedures during practical activities and field trips.

Job description

In this role, you will play an important part in supporting our Science Department by preparing practical experiments, maintaining laboratory equipment and resources, and ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare, distribute and set up science samples and demonstrations.
• Work independently in the laboratory, identifying and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Maintain laboratories, classrooms, storerooms and equipment in a clean, safe and organised condition.
• Support science teachers and senior laboratory staff with experiments, demonstrations, student equipment instruction and safety procedures during practical activities and field trips.

Please refer to the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

We are looking for a motivated team player with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting quality science education. If you enjoy working in a collaborative school environment and contributing to student learning, we encourage you to apply.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Science Technician - Wynnum State High School, Education Brisbane - East, Australia