Science Laboratory Technician

The Personnel will report to Head of Department / Level Head (Science) on the day-to-day running of the Science laboratories and will be primarily responsible for the following duties:

Science Laboratory Support

•Prepare and set up materials and apparatus required for science experiments conducted by teachers.

•Assist teachers during practical sessions, especially when hazardous materials, specialised equipment, or microscopes are used.

•Prepare and organise STEM1 materials and equipment needed for lessons and activities.

•Assist in facilitating STEM lessons and hands-on activities.

•Clean, clear, and reset the laboratory after each experiment to ensure it is ready for the next class.

Inventory Management

•Check and monitor materials stock levels regularly

Procure and source materials to replace perishable and non-perishable items, maintain records of breakage, and ensure sufficient supplies are always available

•Handle preparation and procurement of materials for Science experiments, Performance Tasks, enrichment programmes, and workshops

•Conduct stock-taking processes, ensuring accurate tracking of science equipment and apparatus

Equipment & Facilities Maintenance

•Check science laboratory apparatus and arrange repairs when necessary

•Maintain the cleanliness and general upkeep of both Science Rooms.

•Monitor the safe use of laboratory equipment and apparatus by students and staff.

Administrative Support

•Provide administrative support to the Head of Department / Level Head (Science), including filing, typing, scanning, and preparing resources for teachers.

•Carry out any other duties assigned by the School to support its smooth operation

The Personnel to be deployed must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident and shall minimally have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• • Minimum qualification of a GCE ‘O’ Level Certificate

• • Minimally 1.5years of experience working as a School Laboratory Technician

• •Have basic computing skills in MS Office systems such as Microsoft Word & Excel.

• •Good communication, inter-personal and customer service skills.

• •Good team player with a high level of initiative.

• •Able to work in fast-paced environment and multitask.

• •Meticulous with good planning and organisational skills.

• •Positive and willing to learn.

• •Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision.