Es Level 1- 2 Laboratory Technician

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 18/04/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Other
Reference: 1456503
Location ProfileHoppers Crossing Secondary College opened in 1984 and is a single campus, co-educational college with an enrolment of approximately 1,500 students.
Situated in an urban growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne, we welcome students from Years 7 to 12, from Hoppers Crossing and the surrounding district.
The College places great importance on developing innovative and challenging educational programs, through which young people recognise the value of growth through learning.
Academic rigour is valued at all stages of learning.
We aim to achieve the extraordinary by providing an education which has a focus on developing our students' academic potential.
Our classroom focus is on challenge, engagement and achievement.
A highly committed staff share in the vision and values of the College and are dedicated to supporting students throughout all stages of learning.
The time and effort teachers put into their classes ensures the best educational outcomes which is reflected in our academic results.
The College is very proud of its highest ever ATAR score of 98.90.
We have excellent growth in study scores above 40 and consistency in the achievement of high ATAR scores.
Over 90% of our Year 12 students progress to tertiary education or training institutes or vocational positions.
Our students are guided throughout their chosen pathway of VCE, VCAL or VET studies and are prepared for post-secondary options, including tertiary entry and further training or employment.
A diverse range of innovative educational, co-curricular and enrichment programs are offered across Years 7 to 12.
These programs include the Estancia High School Exchange Program, Chinese Overseas Learning Experience, Italian Language Immersion Program, Wakakirri Competition, Inter-School Sports, Year 7 and 10 Scholarship Programs, Student Representative Council, Youth Parliament, High Resolves Student Leadership and Work Experience Programs.
Additionally, Year 11 and 12 Enhancement Studies make it possible to incorporate TAFE certificates and University studies within the VCE program as a result of strong partnerships with a range of tertiary institutions.
The College prioritises ICT across the curriculum with the inclusion of: interactive whiteboards or media projectors in every classroom, Apple Mac laboratories and a 1:1 Netbook Program.
These facilities are aimed toward preparing students with the skills required for them to take their place as 21st century learners and citizens.
Our College grounds are immaculately presented and maintained, providing our students with a positive learning environment.
Our students are also able to enjoy upgraded facilities including plexi-paved basketball and tennis courts in addition to our $2 million state-of-the-art Science Centre.
Parental involvement in College operations and the learning process is encouraged as we consider this contribution to have a positive effect on the education of our young people.
Selection CriteriaSC1: Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2: Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high-level oral and written communication skills.
SC4: Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5: Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6: A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role· Conducts routine scientific, technical, or specialist procedures and/or data collection, collation, and analysis.
· Applies basic technical knowledge to diagnose and correct faults and problems with technical equipment.
· Applies basic technical and/or scientific principles to enable the performance of a variety of interrelated technical tasks.
· Application of specialised knowledge is confined to a specific functional area (e.g.
science laboratory, information or food technology support, library).
· Provides specialised knowledge that is relied upon to deliver support services, under direction (e.g.
information technology and technical support in science laboratories, food technologies and libraries).
· Contributes to a small project team providing technical support to a school/s.
· Conducts training and/or instruction with respect to technical systems or scientific processes.
· Prepares experiments or use of equipment and conducts demonstrations, where required, under direct supervision.
· Undertakes relevant occupational health and safety requirements and, where necessary, risk assessments within the relative work area.
· Undertakes low/medium risk tasks as defined by the Departmental Risk Matrix or its successor.
Responsibilities· Perform routine tasks in preparation for science practical classes including:
Setting up laboratory equipment and instrumentation.Clearing away equipment and materials after use and checking that laboratories are maintained in a safe, clean and ready to use condition.Checking and maintaining equipment in working order and effecting simple repairs where possible.Preparing chemicals and other laboratory solutions.Assisting in safe storage, handling and disposal of hazardous and dangerous goods.Maintenance of SDSs.· Ensure an adequate supply of laboratory materials and equipment, including:
Maintaining a record of faulty equipment and breakages.Assisting with the ordering of supplies.Checking deliveries and storing appropriately.Maintaining records of stock in hand.Assisting with faculty inventory and stock take.· Performing routine photocopying and audiovisual tasks as required.
· Assist teaching staff with enforcement of appropriate safety measures in line with Occupational Health and Safety Policy.
· Assist with the consultation with students in respect to their equipment needs for science projects.
· Assist with the collection of off-campus materials.
Possession of a current Victorian motor vehicle driver's licence is desirable as this would assist with the collection of off-campus materials and class materials for the purpose of class assignments.
· Assist with the use of computers within the science department, both for record keeping and as used in classroom experiments.
· Perform routine clerical duties.
· Assist in field and laboratory tests and the collection of data.
· Assist in the analysis of field and laboratory tests.
· Care and maintenance of Science Centre animals: Purchasing food, feeding, cleaning cages.
· Any other duties normally performed by an Education Support Officer 1 Range 2 as required.
Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction.
Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.
We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment-free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via .
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments.
Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Specific information in relation to this position can be found on the College website under the Employment Tab (www.hopcross.vic.edu.au).
The Selection Panel reserves the right to seek referees other than those nominated on your application.
All applicants need to be aware that with regard to the Child Safety Standards, information may be collected in order to establish their suitability for child-connected work.
All staff employed by the Department of Education and Training and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to the satisfaction of pre-employment conditions.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available online at the Department's Human Resources website.
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