This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Morawa District High School (DHS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated, highly competent, and enthusiastic Laboratory Technician.
Morawa DHS is a proud Independent Public School, providing a strong, sustainable education from Kindergarten to Year 12. Morawa is situated in the Mid-West region, 370km from Perth. The school strives to provide students with a stimulating and differentiated learning environment, encouraging all to be fully motivated to excel. Morawa District High School community promotes excellence in teaching and learning through positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
The school offers a range of specialist programs to meet student needs and interests. These programs include our specialist Brass and Music program, Shooting Stars Program, The Stephen Michael Foundation Program and there is a strong focus on Vocational Education and Training (VET) in conjuncture with Western Australian College of Agriculture- Morawa.
Find out more about our school by visiting morawadistricthighschool.com or Schools Online
The Role
As Laboratory Technician you would, under supervision, provide support to teaching staff in the area of routine chemical and equipment preparation, and construction of simple apparatus for science classes. The successful applicant should possess good communication skills and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties include ordering supplies, equipment, managing stock levels and performing basic repairs and maintenance on the science equipment. Experience labelling and storing of laboratory chemicals, equipment, and resources as well knowledge of the appropriate methods for disposal of chemical, physical, and biological laboratory materials will be highly regarded.
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 Linda Jenkins, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9971 2500 or emailing linda.jenkins@education.wa.edu.au
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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge of general science to Year 12 level or equivalent knowledge or experience.
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated good verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
- Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages.
- 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/SS927187
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, 29 November 2024
