Science Laboratory Technician - Fixed Term 12 months

Laboratory Technician

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 16 January 2026

St Bernard’s is a vibrant learning community providing holistic boys’ education with a strong focus on academic excellence.

The College are seeking a suitably qualified full time Science Laboratory Technician commencing 2026 Academic Year for a one year leave replacement position.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

• Demonstrate practical work and laboratory techniques to students and assist teaching staff when required.
• Devise and prepare practical work and maintain an efficient system for use and allocation of materials and equipment, setting a priority system where necessary.
• Prepare all materials for practical lessons in advance when given appropriate notification in consultation with the science teachers
• Advise and assist science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the science laboratory
• Prepare solutions, stains and media for use in the laboratory.
• Maintain a safe chemical storage/handling/disposal system in accordance with current regulations, including an inventory of chemicals.
• Other duties as outlined in the position description.

The successful applicant can demonstrate the following competencies:

• Experience in laboratory work, preferably in a school environment
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team of staff.
• Experience within a Catholic or similar educational organisation
• Current Working with Children's

Please complete the online application on the College website www.sbc.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment-opportunities and clicking on the "Apply Now' button.

Applications close 4.00pm, Friday 16 January 2026.

The College promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.