This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About us

Noosa District SHS is a unique three-campus Independent Public School that fosters care and compassion whilst striving for excellence in both our Junior and Senior Secondary schooling. We offer world class education for our students, providing a diverse educational program that caters for academic, vocational, civic, sporting and cultural pursuits in a 21st Century learning environment.

Our academic success, vocational pathways, early tertiary programs, school based traineeships, quality teaching as well as a wide range of extra-curricular activities enable Noosa District State High School to truly provide excellence through our diversity so that every student has the opportunity to achieve success.

Your opportunity

The successful applicant will ideally have:

Knowledge of laboratory practices, equipment and procedures An understanding of chemical safety, storage, handling and disposal requirements The ability to prepare equipment, materials and practical activities for lessons A high level of attention to detail, particularly in relation to safety and compliance The ability to maintain accurate records of equipment, chemicals, stock and resources The ability to identify and resolve issues with equipment and resources





Robust communication and interpersonal skills The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff

Confidence working independently and taking initiative A commitment to maintaining clean, secure and well-organised laboratories and preparation areas A willingness to learn

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical and hands-on approach who enjoys working in a school environment and wants to make a direct contribution to supporting quality Science education.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 EOI - Science Technician - Noosa District State High School (Sunshine Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Sunshine Coast