Science Technician - Mountain Creek State High School

Job Reference QLD/NCR677164/26T
Closing date February 19, 2026
Location Sunshine Coast
Contact 07 5457 8376

About this job

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:

Mountain Creek State High School is well-respected for its strong performance across academic, cultural, leadership, community, and sporting domains. Our curriculum is designed to be meaningful and engaging, supported by a school structure that integrates quality teaching with a caring and inclusive environment.

About the Role:

This part-time, temporary position is for 2 days per week until 12 July 2026 unless otherwise determined

The hours are 7:15 AM to 4:00 PM, totalling 7.25 hours per day.

Additionally, an extra 1 hour per day will be provided to maintain wages during school holidays, bringing the total to 8.25 hours per day.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing, distributing and setting up equipment, materials and chemical solutions for science practicals and demonstrations.
  • Maintaining science laboratories, preparation rooms and storerooms in a clean, safe, orderly and secure condition.
  • Safely handling, storing, preparing and disposing of chemicals and laboratory waste in accordance with departmental guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Operating laboratory equipment and undertaking routine maintenance and calibration in line with manufacturer specifications.
  • Assisting teachers during practical classes, demonstrations, fieldwork and excursions, including instruction on the safe use of equipment.
  • Managing stock control systems, registers and databases including chemical, hazardous substances and asset registers.
  • Supporting STEM initiatives and providing technical advice to teaching staff to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Assisting with budgeting, ordering supplies, receipting deliveries and maintaining accurate inventory records.
  • Liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required to support science programs.

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 written statement in response to 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.