Science Technician

*This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

Who We Are:

At Heatley Secondary College, 'Our Future is Our Focus'. Our staff are committed to ensuring students are happy and cared for and are provided a high quality, meaningful and differentiated education to reach their own individual potential. We aim to support and work with students, parents and carers to build a strong community of Heatley Proud Learners who are aspirational for their future, inclusive of others and are respectful, responsible and resilient.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Prepare, distribute and set up samples/demonstrations, class sets of equipment and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use

Work independently in a science laboratory, recognising, anticipating and safely managing chemical hazards

Maintain scientific teaching resources, classrooms, storerooms, preparation rooms and laboratories in a clean, safe, orderly and secure manner

Maintain a safe chemical/laboratory waste storage/handling/preparation/disposal system in accordance with departmental guidelines, including labelling, secure storage, calibration and control of equipment and apparatus and Standard Operating Procedures

Establish, maintain, review and update laboratory protocols and methods

Assist in promoting and implementing various STEM initiatives, to increase student engagement and STEM pathways

Other duties relating to the position of Science Technician - see role description attached

Ther Perfect Fit:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and proactive

Strong attention to detail, including a high level of accuracy and demonstrate a high level of confidentiality

Proven ability to multitask and work well under pressure and to manage shifting priorities and interruptions in an office environment

Experience in similar position within a school is highly desirable

Submit Your Application:

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*