Science Technician - Yeronga State High School

Queensland Government; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Yeronga State High School is seeking a part-time Science Technician to support the science department in preparing equipment, demonstrations, and chemical solutions for practical teaching. The role also manages laboratory safety, resources and hazardous substances under department guidelines.

You will assist staff and students, maintain stock and registers, support field trips and STEM initiatives, and help with purchasing and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute and set up samples/demonstrations, class sets of equipment and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use.
• Prepare chemical solutions of known concentration from bulk supplies including concentrated acids, stains and media and manufacture simple glassware/general equipment for preparation-laboratory and teaching-laboratory use.
• Work independently in a science laboratory, recognising, anticipating and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Maintain scientific teaching resources, classrooms, storerooms, preparation rooms and laboratories in a clean, safe, orderly and secure manner.
• Maintain a safe chemical/laboratory waste storage/handling/preparation/disposal system in accordance with departmental guidelines, including labelling, secure storage, calibration and control of equipment and apparatus and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collect off campus scientific materials, science resources and field samples and collect and care for flora and fauna within the science department, in accordance with current handling and prevention of cruelty regulations.
• Maintain a system for recording allocation and usage of materials and equipment, establishing a priority system where necessary.
• Organise and prioritise daily variation of tasks to flexibly support student learning outcomes.

Job description

The Science Technician provides technical and administrative support to the science department, preparing equipment, materials, demonstrations and chemical solutions for practical teaching and ensuring laboratories, resources and hazardous substances are managed safely and in accordance with departmental requirements.

The role also maintains equipment, stock and scientific registers, supports field trips and STEM initiatives, assists teaching staff and students with practical activities, manages purchasing and inventory, and contributes to laboratory protocols and maintenance. The position is a temporary part-time TO2 (Progressional) 0.88 FTE (64 hours per fortnight), until 25 June 2027.

About Us

Our school's vision is 'Quality Pathways to Success'. This vision is simple yet powerful and is predicated on high standards, solid foundations, innovative practices, strong traditions and the agreed values of: quality, harmony, and sustainability.

Yeronga State High School provides opportunities for all students, irrespective of background and ability to access a broad range of knowledge skills and competencies. Yeronga SHS provides learning pathways to a socially, economically and environmentally balanced future. These are accompanied by the promotion of values and attitudes that enable the student to become more resilient and ready for the dynamic world of post secondary options and directions both within Australia and overseas.

Your Opportunity

As the Science Technician, you will contribute to the effective and efficient management of the school science department by providing technical and administration support to the respective Head of Department, teachers and laboratory staff of the school science department, as as work independently within guidelines, general directions and instructions, performing responsible tasks associated with the efficient operation of the school science department.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Prepare, distribute and set up samples/demonstrations, class sets of equipment and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use.
• Prepare chemical solutions of known concentration from bulk supplies including concentrated acids, stains and media and manufacture simple glassware/general equipment for preparation-laboratory and teaching-laboratory use.
• Work independently in a science laboratory, recognising, anticipating and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Maintain scientific teaching resources, classrooms, storerooms, preparation rooms and laboratories in a clean, safe, orderly and secure manner.
• Maintain a safe chemical/laboratory waste storage/handling/preparation/disposal system in accordance with departmental guidelines, including labelling, secure storage, calibration and control of equipment and apparatus and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collect off campus scientific materials, science resources and field samples and collect and care for flora and fauna within the science department, in accordance with current handling and prevention of cruelty regulations.
• Maintain a system for recording allocation and usage of materials and equipment, establishing a priority system where necessary.
• Organise and prioritise daily variation of tasks to flexibly support student learning outcomes.

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

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

Contact Name

Nam HOANG BUI, Head of Department (Science) [phone]

Closing Date

Thursday, 08 October 2026

Occupational group

Education & Training