Al Amanah College is currently seeking to employ a qualified full-time (fixed term contract with potential for renewal) school lab technician.
Duties:
- Ensure accurate labelling, storage and ordering of experimental materials and chemicals.
- Maintain a safe chemical storage/handling/disposal system in accordance with current regulations.
- Maintain clean and hygienic conditions within the Science laboratories and preparation room.
- Prepare solutions, stains, and media for use in the laboratory.
- Assist with security of science laboratory and equipment.
- Maintain an inventory of equipment.
- 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.
- Advise and assist Science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the Science laboratory.
- Prepare risk assessments for activities in the preparation area and, in conjunction with the teacher, in the teaching laboratory.
- Demonstrate laboratory techniques to Science teaching staff.
- Assist with the use of computers and learning technologies within the department.
- Source ideas for practical work and teaching materials.
- Keep records of purchases (including through petty cash) and incoming orders.
- Arrange purchase orders for required purchases within the department.
Selection Criteria:
- Relevant qualifications and experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English), interpersonal, organisational and time management skills.
- Flexible work ethics, team player, keen and motivated to engage with staff members and applicants of all backgrounds.
- Current Working with Children Check
If you believe you are a good fit for this role and our school, please email your resume or any enquiries to hr@alamanah.nsw.edu.au
Visit www.alamanah.nsw.edu.au for further information regarding the school.