Laboratory Technician

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026

Thornlie Senior High Schools (SHS) vision is to Engage, Inspire and Achieve. At our school, students fulfil their aspirations working in an environment that emphasises the importance of restorative relationships and the achievement of personal best.

We are a proud Independent Public Secondary School with over five decades of experience in providing a successful education to our 1200, Years 7 to 12 students, helping them to identify their aspirations and achieve their personal goals. We value well established educational traditions set by past teachers, parents and students and we are passionate in our desire to use the latest research and learning strategies to prepare our students for the 21st Century.

Find out more about our school by visiting thornlieshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Under the supervision of teaching staff, the Laboratory Technician provides support in the preparation of chemicals and equipment, as well as the construction of simple apparatus for science classes. The role also involves ordering supplies and equipment, monitoring and managing stock levels, and performing basic repairs and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. In addition, the Laboratory Technician constructs teaching aids as required and is responsible for the labelling, maintenance, and safe storage of laboratory chemicals, equipment, and resources, as well as the safe disposal of chemical, physical, and biological laboratory materials.

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