Senior Science Lab Technician & Safety Lead

Seventh-day Adventist Schools NNSW; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Seventh-day Adventist Schools NNSW is seeking a Senior School Science Laboratory Technician to support the Head of Science in delivering engaging, inquiry-based science learning. You will prepare equipment and chemicals, maintain safe laboratories, and manage stock and procurement processes in a compliant environment.

Experience in secondary education laboratories and a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (or equivalent) are preferred, with a strong focus on safety, organisation and teamwork

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Science, Chemistry or Laboratory Skills/Techniques preferred.
• Demonstrated experience as a Secondary Science Laboratory Technician in an educational laboratory environment.
• Professional and positive demeanour; solution-oriented.
• Emotional intelligence; motivated to contribute to improvements in the Science faculty.
• Strong organisation and time management; safety-focused work ethic.
• Mathematical ability for diluting chemicals and making up solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Science in delivering high‑quality teaching and hands‑on activities.
• Prepare and set up equipment and chemicals for classes.
• Organise quotes, preparation of orders, and stock control.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure safety with chemical and biological resources.
• Complete annual stocktake and keep laboratories clean and well stocked.
• Assist with purchasing, maintaining and preparing equipment and materials.

Skills

Science lab skills

Safety and WHS compliance

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

ChemWatch familiarity

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent

Tools

RiskAssess

Chemwatch

Job description

Seventh-day Adventist Schools NNSW is seeking a Senior School Science Laboratory Technician to support the Head of Science in delivering engaging, inquiry-based science learning. You will prepare equipment and chemicals, maintain safe laboratories, and manage stock and procurement processes in a compliant environment.

Experience in secondary education laboratories and a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (or equivalent) are preferred, with a strong focus on safety, organisation and teamwork