Laboratory Technician

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

12 November 2026

14 days remaining

Posted 28 Oct 2026

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About St Mary’s College Melbourne - Edmund Rice Campus

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

62.8

42.3 teaching · 20.5 non-teaching

Students per teacher

10.4:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

440

Language other than English

22%

Girls vs boys

133 girls · 307 boys

30%
70%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

We aspire to excellence in learning, acting with compassion and justice, and inspiring one another to shape a better world for all.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position:

1.0FTE Laboratory Technician - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.06pm during school terms

Reporting to the Science Learning Leader and Business Manager, the Laboratory Technician will be responsible for the efficient operation of the science laboratory areas, developing and implementing measures for safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances, coordinating use of all science materials and equipment, maintaining Science Department asset register, trialing and assisting teachers with experiments, maintaining chemical register, preparing risk assessments and conducting safety audits for the science laboratories.

The successful candidate will hold appropriate science related qualifications, hold a current Employee Working With Children Check, and have a demonstrated commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children. Competent use of ICT and a strong commitment to utilising learning technologies is essential.

Please review the full role description prior to applying for this position.

Remuneration will range between $75,828 and $85,918 based on years' of experience in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022. 

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may begin before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

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