Laboratory Technician

Qualifications and Personal Attributes include:

• Prepare equipment, chemicals, specimens and materials required for practical classes and demonstrations. 
• Assist Science teachers in planning and delivering practical investigations. 
• Ensure chemicals and hazardous substances are stored and handled in accordance with relevant legislation and best practice. 
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical registers. 
• Manage the safe disposal of chemical, biological and general laboratory waste. 
• Purchase laboratory supplies and maintain adequate stock levels. 
• Maintain equipment inventories and records. 
• Assist with documentation related to risk assessments and laboratory safety procedures. 

Selection Criteria 

Essential 

• Experience working in a science laboratory, educational laboratory, research environment or related field. 
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, chemical handling and risk management. 

Desirable 

• Relevant qualifications in laboratory technology, science, applied science or a related discipline. 
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications. 
• Experience working in a school environment. 

Specific Child Safety Requirements:

 Applicants must demonstrate

• The capacity to model and consistently uphold a Child Safe Culture including the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, and the Child Safe Code of Conduct both personally and professionally.  Refer to the links below to access these policies.
• Suitability to work with children including positive attitudes toward child safety and child empowerment.
• A willingness to participate in ongoing ch…