Laboratory Technician

Role 

Laboratory technicians provide support for teachers and students at Balwyn High School. You will:

perform routine tasks in preparation for practical classes, including:

• Setting up equipment and instrumentation for use in demonstration and class practice
• Clearing away equipment and materials after use and check that they are maintained in a safe clean and ready to use condition
• Checking and maintaining equipment in working order and effect simple repairs where possible
• Prepare material for dissections under clear instruction
• Prepare chemicals and other laboratory solutions under clear instruction
• Ensuring that practical activities are compliant with safety requirements

ensure an adequate supply of materials and equipment, including:

• Maintain records of stock in hand
• Maintain a record of faulty equipment and breakage
• Assist with ordering supplies
• check deliveries and store stock appropriately

Applicants must register and apply via Recruitment online: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/careers 

Information about Balwyn High School, its ethos, programs and the Strategic Plan 2021-2024, Vision, Values and Mission Statement can be obtained at our website www.balwynhs.vic.edu.au 

Applications close Sunday 28th April 2024

Instructions 

Applicants are free to structure applications in any manner they choose, but must ensure that the following are included:  

• a specific response to all selection criteria and position details. It is suggested that applicants limit their response to not more than 5 pages. 
• the names and contact details of up to three referees who can provide information in relation to the key selection criteria.
• APPLICATIONS CLOSE at midnight, Sunday 28 April 2024

Key Selection Criteria 

• Demonstrated skills and experience necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position including the appropriate qualifications, technical skills and expertise as relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of chemical compounds and their use and safe handling and demonstrated knowledge of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrated high level organisational and planning skills with an ability to meet the challenges of a very busy office with the ability to take direction, and to prioritise tasks within timelines.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including colleagues, teachers, students and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a very busy and multi skilled environment.

Responsibilities 

Laboratory Technician responsibilities

The Lab Technician will be supported by the Lab Manager to support the Director of Science and the Science faculty. 

The initial responsibilities of this position will be:

• Support the Lab Manager to prepare, organise and supervise science experiments
• Prepare student resources including equipment and materials required for practical activities
• Assist teaching staff and senior technical staff with the implementation and enforcement of appropriate safety measures
• Under teacher supervision, assist students with equipment use
• Participate in team meetings
• Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition
• Assist with the care and operation of equipment and prepare class sets for faculty use
• Assist users with science equipment
• Assist in the preparation of displays, exhibitions, and science week activities
• Minor cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Ensure storage areas are in a clean, safe and orderly condition
• Catalogue and record details of equipment and reference material
• Update electronic records and reference material using the school’s intranet site
• Label, cover, assemble, sort or mark resources in accordance with manufacturers instruction and school procedures
• Assist with security of equipment and buildings
• Assist with collection of off-campus materials
• Assist in field and laboratory tests and the collection of data

Requirement: 

Current Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)