0210 Science Laboratory Technician/Woodlands

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Singapore is seeking a dedicated School Science Lab Assistant for a 12-month contract (with possible extension). The role supports science teachers by preparing materials, maintaining lab spaces, and ensuring safety compliance.

You'll help maintain outdoor green spaces, manage stock and equipment, and assist with resource planning and basic repairs. Suitable for candidates with O-Level or 2+ years primary school lab experience and good communication with staff and students.

Qualifications

• GCE O-Level certificate or 2+ years in a primary school laboratory.
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety essential; science background preferred.
• Good communication with adults and children.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint for records and bookkeeping.
• Practical skills to repair science materials and electrical components.
• Practical knowledge of growing and maintaining plants.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical and technical support for Science teachers by preparing and maintaining materials and apparatus for practical lessons.
• Maintain outdoor green learning spaces through weeding, pruning, harvesting, propagation and plant replacement; manage Vegepods and self-watering timers.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping, safety equipment and risk-assessment compliance.
• Assist HOD (Science) with resource collation, stock checks, orders, deliveries and financial records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by School Leaders, HOD (Science) and staff.

Skills

Communication

Lab Safety

Electrical Repairs

Plant Care

Education

GCE O-Level

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Contract Period: 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027 (12 months), with an option to extend for one year in 2028.

Personnel to be deployed at the following hours:

• * Mondays to Fridays: 7:30am to 5:00pm, inclusive of a 60-minute lunch break.
• * Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays.
• * Working hours and services may be adjusted according to the school's needs.

Requirements:

• * At least a GCE O-Level certificate OR a minimum of two years of experience working in a primary school laboratory.
• * A good understanding of laboratory safety is essential. Having studied Science at school or a recognised educational institution is preferred.
• * Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with adults and children.
• * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for records and bookkeeping.
• * Practical skills to perform simple repairs to Science learning materials, including electrical circuit components and customised activity kits.
• * Practical knowledge and skills in growing and maintaining plants.

Job Scopes:

The Services required are set out as follows:

• 1. Provide logistical and technical support for Science teachers by preparing and maintaining materials and apparatus for practical lessons.
• 2. Maintain outdoor green learning spaces through weeding, pruning, fruit protection, harvesting, propagation and plant replacement; maintain related equipment, including Vegepods and self-watering timers.
• 3. Maintain laboratory housekeeping, safety equipment and fittings, and follow laboratory safety rules and risk-assessment guidelines.
• 4. Assist the HOD (Science) with resource collation, stock checks, orders, deliveries, invoices and departmental financial records.
• 5. Perform other duties assigned by School Leaders, the HOD (Science) and designated school staff.