Laboratory Technician - Manly West, Australia - Moreton Bay College

Moreton Bay College

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Manly West, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Description

Community spirit

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, termtime plus 2 weeks,6 hours a day (inclusive of a 30minute 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 offcampus 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 cooperation 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

Postsecondary 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 parttime termtime plus 2 week position, School Officer Level 4 as per the Moreton Bay Boys' College Enterprise Agreement.
Sick Leave entitlement of prorata 10 days annually.
Long Service Leave entitlement of prorata 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: