Laboratory Manager

Aquinas College · Ringwood, VIC

Employment

Full time, Fixed term

Subject

General

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

14 September 2026

6 days left

Posted 8 Sep 2026

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About Aquinas College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

209.8

141.8 teaching · 68 non-teaching

Students per teacher

11.7:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,659

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

6%

Girls vs boys

810 girls · 849 boys

49%
51%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

About the role

Aquinas College wishes to appoint a dynamic, forward- thinking and suitably qualified Laboratory Manager to our Science Learning Area team, commencing in Term 4 2026 (or as soon as possible). This will initially be a fixed term contract with the opportunity for ongoing.

The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the day to day operation of our Science laboratories, including the supervision and organisation of laboratory staff and equipment/ assets to ensure operations are complementary to a vibrant teaching and learning environment.

The successful candidate will have:

  • a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children
  • relevant post-secondary qualifications and a minimum of 5 years laboratory experience
  • experience in leading or supervising a team
  • a strong interest in supporting students’ learning
  • a working knowledge of current OH&S legislation
  • strong administrative skills, including computerised record keeping
  • the ability to work independently and as a leader of a team
  • the ability to prioritise and organise tasks
  • current WWCC and Victorian Police Check (or prepared to obtain them)
  • relevant permissions to work in Australia

The successful applicant will be appointed following a salary assessment according to the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement (CEMEA) 2022.

Aquinas College promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

For a copy of the Position Description click Laboratory Manager

To apply – Interested applicants should apply via the Aquinas College website. To be consider…

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