Es Level 1- 2 Laboratory Technician

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 18/04/2025

Organisation: Schools (Government)

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Other

Reference: 1456514

**Location Profile**:
Hoppers Crossing Secondary College opened in 1984 and is a single campus, co-educational college with an enrolment of approximately 1,500 students. Situated in an urban growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne, we welcome students from Years 7 to 12, from Hoppers Crossing and the surrounding district.

The College places great importance on developing innovative and challenging educational programs, through which young people recognise the value of growth through learning. Academic rigour is valued at all stages of learning.

We aim to achieve the extra-ordinary by providing an education which has a focus on developing our students' academic potential. Our classroom focus is on challenge, engagement and achievement.

A highly committed staff share in the vision and values of the College and are dedicated to supporting students, throughout all stages of learning. The time and effort teachers put into their classes ensures the best educational outcomes which is reflected in our academic results. The College is very proud of its highest ever ATAR score of 98.90. We have excellent growth in study scores above 40 and consistency in the achievement of high ATAR scores. Over 90% of our Year 12 students progress to tertiary education or training institutes or vocational positions.

Our students are guided throughout their chosen pathway of VCE, VCAL or VET studies and are prepared for post-secondary options, including tertiary entry and further training or employment.

A diverse range of innovative educational, co-curricular and enrichment programs are offered across Years 7 to 12.

These programs include the Estancia High School Exchange Program, Chinese Overseas Learning Experience, Italian Language Immersion Program, Wakakirri Competition, Inter-School Sports, Year 7 and 10 Scholarship Programs, Student Representative Council, Youth Parliament, High Resolves Student Leadership and Work Experience Programs.

Additionally, Year 11 and 12 Enhancement Studies make it possible to incorporate TAFE certificates and University studies within the VCE program as a result of strong partnerships with a range of tertiary institutions.

The College prioritises ICT across the curriculum with the inclusion of: interactive whiteboards or media projectors in every classroom, Apple Mac laboratories and a 1:1 Netbook Program.

These facilities are aimed toward preparing students with the skills required for them to take their place as 21st century learners and citizens.

Our College grounds are immaculately presented and maintained, providing our students with a positive learning environment.

Our students are also able to enjoy upgraded facilities including plexi-paved basketball and tennis courts in addition to our $2 million state-of-the-art Science Centre.

Parental involvement in College operations and the learning process is encouraged as we consider this contribution to have a positive effect on the education of our young people.

**Selection Criteria**:
**SC1** Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

**SC2** Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

**SC3** Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

**SC4** Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

**SC5** Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

**SC6** A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

**Role**:

- Conducts routine scientific, technical, or specialist procedures and/or data collection, collation, and analysis
- Applies basic technical knowledge to diagnose and correct faults and problems with technical equipment
- Applies basic technical and/or scientific principles to enable the performance of a variety of interrelated technical tasks
- Application of specialised knowledge is confined to a specific functional area (e.g. science laboratory, information or food technology support, library)
- Provides specialised knowledge that is relied upon to deliver support services, under direction (e.g. information technology and technical support in science laboratories, food technologies and libraries)
- Contributes to a small project team providing technical support to a school/s
- Conducts training and/or instruction with respect to technical systems or scientific processes
- Prepares experiments or use of equipment and conducts

demonstrations, where required, under direct supervision
- Undertakes relevan