Lab Attendant

HORIZON GLOBAL SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Junior College seeks a reliable Laboratory Attendant to support the Science Department. You will prepare lab apparatus and reagents, assist teachers, and ensure equipment is ready for lessons while keeping spaces clean and safe.

Responsibilities include chemical handling safety, maintaining laboratory storage, securing premises, and providing general support to STEM instructors. The role operates Monday to Friday with potential for extended hours during examinations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: Primary school education.
• Must safely handle chemicals, including acids and bases.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety.
• Preferably at least 1 year of working experience in a science laboratory at a Junior College.
• Responsible, careful, and attentive to detail.
• Able to follow instructions and comply with laboratory safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Preparation & Support: Prepare laboratory apparatus, equipment, and chemical reagents for science practical lessons; Assist teachers with setup and preparation of laboratory activities; Ensure equipment and materials are ready for use; Support STEM instructors with laboratory-related activities and practical sessions.
• Laboratory Cleaning & Maintenance: Clean, maintain, and store laboratory apparatus, equipment, and materials; Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of laboratory workspaces; Keep equipment organized; Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of school premises.
• Chemical Handling & Laboratory Safety: Handle laboratory chemicals, including acids and bases, safely; Follow safety guidelines when preparing, handling, and storing chemicals; Maintain safe working conditions.
• Laboratory Security & General Support: Open and lock science laboratory doors and windows as required; Ensure premises are secured; Assist with other laboratory-related duties; Provide additional support to the Science Department.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Chemical handling

Lab equipment prep

Cleaning & housekeeping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Following instructions

Education

Primary school education

Job description

• School: Nanyang Junior College

• Location: 128 Serangoon Avenue 3, Singapore 556111

• Employment Type: Contract

• Contract Period: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027

• Contract Extension: Option to extend for an additional year, subject to the school's decision

• Working Days: Monday to Friday

Job Objective

We are looking for a reliable and responsible Laboratory Attendant to support the Science Department at Nanyang Junior College. The successful candidate will assist in preparing science practical lessons, maintaining laboratory equipment, handling chemicals safely, and ensuring that laboratories and workspaces remain clean, organised, and safe.

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Preparation & Support

• Prepare laboratory apparatus, equipment, and chemical reagents for science practical lessons.

• Assist teachers with the setup and preparation of laboratory activities.

• Ensure that laboratory equipment and materials are ready for use.

• Support STEM instructors with laboratory-related activities and practical sessions.

2. Laboratory Cleaning & Maintenance

• Clean, maintain, and store laboratory apparatus, equipment, and materials properly.

• Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of laboratory workspaces.

• Keep laboratory equipment and materials organised.

• Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of assigned school premises.

3. Chemical Handling & Laboratory Safety

• Handle laboratory chemicals, including acids and bases, in accordance with established safety procedures.

• Follow laboratory safety guidelines when preparing, handling, and storing chemicals.

• Maintain safe working conditions in the laboratory.

• Report damaged equipment, chemical spills, or potential safety hazards to the relevant school personnel.

4. Laboratory Security & General Support

• Open and lock science laboratory doors and windows as required.

• Ensure laboratory premises are properly secured.

• Assist with other laboratory-related duties assigned by the school.

• Provide additional support to the Science Department when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Primary school education.

• Must be able to handle chemicals, including acids and bases, safely.

• Basic knowledge of science laboratory safety.

• Preferably at least 1 year of working experience in a science laboratory at a Junior College.

• Responsible, careful, and attentive to detail.

• Able to follow instructions and comply with laboratory safety procedures.

Key Skills

• Laboratory equipment preparation and maintenance.

• Basic chemical handling and storage.

• Laboratory safety awareness.

• Cleaning and housekeeping.

• Equipment and materials organisation.

• Teamwork and support for teachers and STEM instructors.

• Punctuality and time management.

Working Hours

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:15 PM

• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:15 PM

• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM

• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:15 PM

• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:15 PM

Lunch Break: 45 minutes daily.

An alternative 30-minute lunch break is available, with working hours shortened by 15 minutes per day.

Examination Periods: The candidate must be able to start work at 7:00 AM when required. Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be granted for additional hours worked beyond the stipulated working hours.

Rest Days: Saturdays, Sundays, and Singapore gazetted public holidays.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV or resume.

• Relevant details of previous laboratory or science-related work experience.

• Details of experience handling chemicals and maintaining laboratory equipment.

• Current salary, expected salary, and notice period.