School Laboratory Technician – Safe, Precise Experiments

Inspired Education Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Parnell College, part of Inspired Education Group, Auckland, is seeking a Science Technician to support high-quality science education from Early Learning to Year 13. The role involves procuring chemicals and lab supplies, maintaining safety standards, and preparing materials for practical lessons in a well-equipped learning environment.

We expect candidates to manage inventories, maintain records, and assist staff and students with lab activities, while upholding health, safety, and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, and practical experiment preparation.
• Understanding of chemical handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
• Sound knowledge of laboratory health, safety, and risk management practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventories, records, and chemical registers.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing laboratory equipment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining safe laboratory environments.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support staff and students.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory inventory systems.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and contribute positively to a school community.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure chemicals, equipment, and laboratory supplies as required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of restricted and prohibited substances in schools and provide guidance to Science staff on their appropriate and safe use.
• Prepare equipment, materials, and resources for practical lessons and experiments.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory of all chemicals, equipment, and laboratory resources.
• Ensure the safe storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals and equipment in accordance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all laboratory safety signage is current, visible, and appropriately displayed.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory safety systems, equipment, and emergency procedures to ensure their effectiveness.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented laboratory and preparation room environment.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and minor repairs of laboratory equipment.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by the Principal or delegated supervisor

Skills

Lab procedures

Chemical handling

Chemical storage

Chemical disposal

Lab safety

Inventory management

Equipment maintenance

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Office

Inventory systems

Independent work

Problem solving

Tools

MS Office

Lab inventory systems

Job description

ACG Parnell College, part of Inspired Education Group, Auckland, is seeking a Science Technician to support high-quality science education from Early Learning to Year 13. The role involves procuring chemicals and lab supplies, maintaining safety standards, and preparing materials for practical lessons in a well-equipped learning environment.

We expect candidates to manage inventories, maintain records, and assist staff and students with lab activities, while upholding health, safety, and