Laboratory Technician

2 days ago


Manly West, Australia Moreton Bay College Full time

Bayside Location
- Permanent Position
- Part Time Position

1.
**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 will attract a salary as determined through discussion on appointment and will be reviewed by the
- The position is Term time part time (0.6) with hours of work from 00am to 2.00pm each day plus an additional 2 weeks outside of Term time.

2.
**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- 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
- Assist science teaching staff in instructing students on use/care of
- Advise and assist science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the science
- Demonstrate laboratory techniques to science teaching staff/students.
- Set out equipment and materials for classroom/department
- Prepare solutions, stains, and media for use in the
- Maintain a safe chemical storage/handling/disposal system in accordance with current
- Assist with security of science laboratory and
- Maintain an inventory of equipment, chemicals and annual
- 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
- Order equipment and chemicals in consultation with Science
- Keep appropriate records of purchases, confirming safe arrival of all
- Gather simple glassware/general equipment for laboratory
- Service and clean simple laboratory apparatus/equipment.
- Develop maintenance procedures for laboratory equipment and organise maintenance where
- Report damages to equipment and arrange
- Conduct safety audits for the
- Maintain clean and organised Science
- 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
- Maintain MSDS/RAS
- Liaise with organisations and industries for purpose of acquiring equipment, regarding excursions and use of
- Liaise with other schools to share
- Assist with the development of operational, OH&S and budgetary policy within the science
- Be capable with the use of online programs such as RiskAssess and Chemwatch

3.
**SKILLS AND EXPECTATIONS**
- 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.

**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.

**CONDITIONS AND SALARY**
- This is a full-time position, School Officer Level 3 as per the Moreton Bay 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 covering letter
- 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 from performing this job
- any convictions of any criminal offences
- that all information supplied is accurate and complete

**Note **that staff are required to familiarise themselves with the College Child Protection Policy.

Moreton Bay Boys’ College is committed to maintaining a healthy and safe work environment. Everyone must adhere to the
- Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011._
All employees re



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