Wynnum State High School is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Science Technician to join our team in a permanent, full-time position commencing January 2027.

Job details

About Us:

We are situated only minutes away from beautiful Moreton Bay and the delightful communities of Manly and Wynnum. Access to the city is direct as we are walking distance from Manly train station. Our school motto is “We're Wynnum, We're Proud”. All of our students are encouraged to be PROUD (positive, respectful, on-task, unified, determined) young people.

About the Role:

In this role, you will play an important part in supporting our Science Department by preparing practical experiments, maintaining laboratory equipment and resources, and ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare, distribute and set up science samples and demonstrations.
• Work independently in the laboratory, identifying and safely managing chemical hazards.
• Maintain laboratories, classrooms, storerooms and equipment in a clean, safe and organised condition.
• Support science teachers and senior laboratory staff with experiments, demonstrations, student equipment instruction and safety procedures during practical activities and field trips.

Please refer to the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

We are looking for a motivated team player with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting quality science education. If you enjoy working in a collaborative school environment and contributing to student learning, we encourage you to apply.

Interested? To Apply:  

• 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 competencies section of the attached role description. 
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria. 

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.

• MSR705794_26P - Role Description (PDF, 311KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants