About The Science Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Science Laboratory Technician to join our team. As a key member of the science department, you will be responsible for promoting and implementing various science initiatives to increase engagement and highlight student pathways.
The successful candidate will have experience contributing to leadership decisions to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with policies and legislation. They will also have strong leadership, coaching, and professional development skills to improve systems and practices.
The role involves coordinating and facilitating science practicums/experiments aligned with a school curriculum, as well as overseeing resource management, including equipment maintenance, storage, cleaning, disposal, and ensuring WHS compliance.
* Responsibilities:
* Promote and implement science initiatives to boost engagement and highlight student pathways
* Contribute to leadership decisions to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with policies and legislation
* Lead, coach, and provide ongoing professional development and instruction to staff to improve systems and practices
* Coordinate and facilitate science practicums/experiments consistent with the science curriculum
* Oversee resources within the Science Department, implementing and monitoring resource controls including equipment maintenance, storage, cleaning, disposal, and WHS obligations
Requirements And Qualifications
* A tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma level in science or a related field is essential
* Experience working in a science laboratory environment is highly desirable
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required
* A high level of autonomy and ability to work independently is necessary
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are expected
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support your personal and professional development, including:
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
* Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements
* Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards
* Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
* Active staff social club and wellness programs
* Personal support for employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program