Laboratory Technician

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- Bayside Location
- Learning Environment built for Boys

**THE COLLEGE**

**APPOINTMENT**
- The **Laboratory Technician **is appointed by the CEO and Executive Principal, responsible to the Principal and reports to the Head of Department - Science and Maths.
- The position is part time, term-time plus 2 weeks,6 hours a day (inclusive of a 30-minute unpaid lunch), 8.30amto2.30pm Monday to Friday.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIE**
- Liaise with science teaching staff on their needs for practical work and maintain an efficient system for use and allocation of materials and equipment, setting a priority system where necessary
- Assist science teaching staff with demonstrations under the guidance of the teacher.
- Assist science teaching staff in instructing students on use/care of equipment.
- Advise and assist science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the science laboratory.
- Demonstrate laboratory techniques to science teaching staff/students.
- Set out equipment and materials for classroom/department use.
- Prepare solutions, stains, and media for use in the laboratory.
- Maintain a safe chemical storage/handling/disposal system in accordance with current regulations.
- Assist with security of science laboratory and equipment.
- Maintain an inventory of equipment, chemicals and annual stocktaking.
- Keep a record of the consumables used regularly and maintain adequate supplies of them (including chemicals).
- Assist with STEM week preparations and play a role for the college’s STEM night.
- Acquire relevant catalogues and price lists.
- Order equipment and chemicals in consultation with Science teachers.
- Keep appropriate records of purchases, confirming safe arrival of all products.
- Gather glassware/general equipment for laboratory use.
- Service, calibrate and clean laboratory apparatus/equipment.
- Develop maintenance procedures for laboratory equipment and organise maintenance where required.
- Report damages to equipment and arrange repairs.
- Conduct safety audits for the laboratories.
- Maintain clean and organised Science Laboratories.
- Care for flora and fauna within the science department, in accordance with current handling and prevention of cruelty regulations.
- Collect and maintain living specimens (in accordance with regulations).
- Collect off-campus scientific materials and field materials.
- Maintain MSDS/RAS records.
- Liaise with organisations and industries for purpose of acquiring equipment, regarding excursions and use of materials.
- Liaise with other schools to share resources.
- Assist with the development of operational, OH&S and budgetary policy within the science department.
- Be capable with the use of online programs such as RiskAssess and Chemwatch.

**SKILLS AND EXPECTATION**
- Excellent knowledge of materials used in science curriculum;
- A sound knowledge of scientific procedures and laboratory practices suited to the school environment;
- Proven ability to prioritise, demonstrate initiative and take a proactive and flexible approach to tasks;
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a manner that fosters the support and co-operation of team members;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to successfully engage a range of stakeholders;
- Ability to work autonomously once tasks are delegated;
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and provide good role modelling to students, by showing support and guidance in a classroom setting.
- Actively contribute to a safety citizenship culture upholding health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting and safe work practices.

**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE**
- Post-secondary qualifications in a science related field e.g.: Science degree, Diploma of Laboratory Technology, or certificate IV in laboratory Techniques.

**CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS**
- Working with Children Suitability Card is essential.
- First Aid training

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
- Office and classroom environments with some travel accompanying students around and off campus for excursions.
- Procure supplies from local businesses within the community. This may entail employees travelling to collect necessary items

**CONDITIONS AND SALARY**
- This is a part-time term-time plus 2 week position, School Officer Level 4 as per the Moreton Bay Boys' College Enterprise Agreement.
- Sick Leave entitlement of pro-rata 10 days annually.
- Long Service Leave entitlement of pro-rata 1.3 weeks for each year of service, which can be taken after 7 years.
- The College contributes superannuation on behalf of the employee as per the Moreton Bay Enterprise Agreement.

**APPLICATION**
- a current CV that clearly details experience, particularly in relation to the above skills and abilities;
- any additional information you may wish to submit; and
- the names and contact details of two professional referees.

Please note : All applicants must declare:

- Any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions that would prevent you