Science Laboratory Technician (Primary School)

Sunnyhill Ace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyhill Ace invites an organized, hands-on science assistant to support the daily operations of the school’s Science Department. You will help manage laboratories, hydroponics/aquaponics setups, and related teaching materials for practical activities.

Working on site, you will assist teachers, maintain inventories, ensure clean environments, and support events and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to safely operate electronic science devices and green setups such as hydroponics/aquaponics.
• Willingness to perform hands-on gardening activities (weeding, planting, watering).
• More than 2 years of relevant laboratory or science assistant experience preferred in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Daily Operations: Assist in the daily operations of assigned science laboratories, science gardens, aquaponics, hydroponics systems, and the school pond.
• Laboratory Setup & Maintenance: Manage setup, clean-up, and general maintenance of all science laboratories and experiential areas.
• Lesson Support: Assist science teachers in preparing laboratory apparatus and teaching materials for scheduled activities.
• Inventory Control: Conduct routine stock-taking and maintain equipment logs.
• Environmental Upkeep: Oversee cleanliness of Recycling Corner.
• Administrative Assistance: Typing worksheets, lesson notes, and protocols.
• Event Logistics: Support department during school events and programmes.
• Ad-hoc Duties: Execute other operational duties as assigned by School Administration.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Outdoor gardening

Communication

Tools

Hydroponics systems

Aquaponics equipment

Job description

Working Hours & Schedule

• Mondays to Thursdays: 7:00 am to 1:30 pm (inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break)
• Fridays: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break)
• Rest Days: Service is not required on Saturdays, Sundays, and all gazetted public holidays.

Roles & Responsibilities

We are looking for a organized, hands-on, and proactive individual to support the daily operational needs of the Science Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Daily Operations: Assist in the daily operations of assigned primary school science laboratories, science gardens, aquaponics, hydroponics systems, and the school pond.
• Laboratory Setup & Maintenance: Manage the setup, clean‑up, and general maintenance of all science laboratories and science experiential areas.
• Lesson Support: Assist science teachers in preparing laboratory apparatus, specialized equipment, and teaching materials for scheduled practical activities.
• Inventory Control: Conduct routine stock‑taking exercises and maintain scientific equipment logs.
• Environmental Upkeep: Oversee the cleanliness of the school’s designated Recycling Corner.
• Administrative Assistance: Perform general administrative support including the typing of worksheets, lesson notes, and scientific protocols.
• Event Logistics: Support and assist the department during school events, activities, and special science programmes.
• Ad-hoc Duties: Execute any other operational duties assigned by the School Administration.

Job Requirements

Interested applicants should possess the following skills, qualifications, and attributes:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic office applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Specialized Knowledge: Ability to safely operate electronic science devices and green setups (e.g., hydroponics kits, aquaponics equipment).
• Outdoor Skills: Willing and able to perform hands‑on gardening activities, including weeding, planting, and watering.
• Work Experience: Preferably more than 2 years of relevant experience in a similar laboratory or science assistant position, ideally within a local school environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to collaborate effectively with school staff.