Bellbird Park State Secondary College invites applications from an enthusiastic, organised, and reliable Science Technician to join the team.

We are seeking a team-focused individual who is passionate about science education and brings a positive, can-do attitude to a collaborative school community.

If this sounds like you, apply within!

Job details

This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

About our School:

Bellbird Park State Secondary College, one of Queensland's newest secondary schools, opened in 2017 for Year 7 students and is growing a year level at a time, with its first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2022.

Founded on strong community connections, the College promotes high expectations, student achievement, and shared values across its community.

Students follow the Australian Curriculum, benefiting from state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled teachers. Student wellbeing is central to our approach, with strong partnerships between parents and the College creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are committed to providing every student with a pathway to personal success and achievement that extends beyond school.

About the role:

The successful applicant should hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (with a Diploma of Laboratory Technology preferred) and with experience working in a secondary school setting preferred.

In this role, you will work closely with science teachers and other technicians as well as:

• Prepare, distribute and set-up samples/demonstrations, class sets of equipment and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use.
• Work independently in a science laboratory recognising, anticipating and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Assist science teaching staff and science technicians with demonstrations, instruction of students on use/care of equipment during science experiments and field trips, and the application of safety measures.
• Assist in promoting and implementing various STEM initiatives to increase student engagement and STEM pathways.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, purchasing/incoming orders, arrange collection and/or receipting, unpacking, checking invoices and storage of stock, a chemical stock register and monitor chemicals and ensure provision of current Safety Data Sheets.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR684028_26T Role Description (PDF, 325KB)
  Role Description