Introduction:
About Us
Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1500 boys.
We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.
Description:
About the Role
Working under the direction of the Head of Science, the Science Laboratory Technician ensures that the laboratory environment meets workplace safety standards, is familiar with Risk Assess or similar platform, and supports teachers in the preparation of resources across Years 5 -12. The successful applicant will also manage supplies and resources through purchasing, checking and maintaining equipment and resource management to ensure the availability of necessary equipment and materials for science experiments and demonstrations.
This is a full time term time position, commencing as soon as possible. The successful candidate should have prior experience in a similar Laboratory Assistant position.
Key Responsibilities / Duties:
- Preparation, set up and pack down of equipment, instruments, and materials for science experiments and demonstrations in accordance with risk assessments.
- Provide support during practical laboratory sessions, ensuring students adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when required.
- To use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Risk Assessment Sheets on Hazardous chemicals.
- Properly handle and dispose of chemical waste according to established safety and environmental protocols.
- Advise in the design/demonstration of experiments under supervision of an academic staff member(s) where discretion and judgement are involved.
- Resource management and maintenance.
To review the full Position Description click here, or alternatively, go to our 'Employment' page on our website.
Why work for us?
As a workplace, we are committed to a contemporary Catholic and faith filled environment to create a truly outstanding place to work where our staff feel valued and supported. We do this by providing:
- Inclusive and Flexible Environment: We value staff wellbeing and maintain an 'open door' policy to support it, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
- Professional Development: We empower our staff with high-quality learning and career development opportunities through a rigorous professional learning program.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
- Generous staff discount scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 12.75% superannuation contribution.
- Salary packaging options.
Skills and Experiences:
To be considered for this role, you should have:
Tertiary qualifications in science or similar discipline.
Previous experience in a school laboratory is highly desirable
Strong organisational and time management skills, particularly the ability to manage competing priorities.
Exceptional attention to detail.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application online or through the Career's Portal. Your application should include:
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
- An up-to-date version of your CV
- Any supporting documents you wish to include (e.g. right to work / qualifications etc.)
For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our HR team via
[email protected] or on 07 3857 9999.
Candidates must submit their applications by 8am Friday 12 June 2026.
Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Padua College is committed to the safety of our students. Student protection is everyone’s responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children. The appointment of a successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and must have a sound understanding of, and commitment to, current child safety standards and a positive current Working with Children check.
