This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Morley Senior High School (SHS) vision is to celebrate diversity and cater for the needs of all students, with the goal of everyone achieving their personal best. We strive to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high expectations in a supportive, engaging, and challenging learning environment. Education at Morley SHS is considered a partnership between staff, student, parents, and the wider community. We take every opportunity to recognise and celebrate our cultural and ethnic diversity, and promote understanding and tolerance, in both our academic and non-academic endeavours.

Find out more about our school by visiting morleyshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Under the supervision of teaching staff, the Laboratory Technician provides support in the preparation of chemicals and equipment, as well as the construction of simple apparatus for science classes. The role also involves ordering supplies and equipment, monitoring and managing stock levels, and performing basic repairs and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. In addition, the Laboratory Technician constructs teaching aids as required and is responsible for the labelling, maintenance, and safe storage of laboratory chemicals, equipment, and resources, as well as the safe disposal of chemical, physical, and biological laboratory materials.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Neil Salsano, Head of Learning Area Science on (08) 9376 5555 or Neil.Salsano@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

1. Demonstrated knowledge of general science to Year 12 level or equivalent knowledge or experience.
2. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.
3. Demonstrated good verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of safe working practices, laboratory safety requirements and procedures and a willingness for further training related to safety.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1070773

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 November 2026