Laboratory Technician (Science)

• Join a collaborative team at our picturesque campus in leafy Burwood

• Full-time ongoing opportunity term time only

• Enjoy high-quality spaces free onsite parking onsite café and more!

Presbyterian Ladies College (PLC) is a leading ELC to Year 12 independent day and boarding school focusing on the development of the whole person. The College has an outstanding academic tradition an international outlook and robust pastoral and co-curricular programs.

THE ROLE

Are you passionate about science education and nurturing a love of learning amongst students

PLC is seeking a full-time ongoing Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team from the start of the 2026 school year. This is a term time only position.

You will be working in partnership with our Science teaching staff to provide effective learning outcomes for students across Years 7-12 with a focus on Years 7-10 Science.

As Laboratory Technician youll play a key role in providing technical and operational support to our Science staff and students contributing to optimal teaching and learning outcomes.

ABOUT YOU

You have a minimum Diploma of Applied Science (or equivalent) or relevant experience/training in a Science laboratory setting ideally in an educational environment.

Your effective communication skills ability to relate positively with students and staff and your capacity for self-direction and independent work will be essential to this role.

You demonstrate excellent time management and prioritisation skills have a strong understanding of safety protocols and measures within a laboratory and are able to support students and colleagues with that same level of understanding.

If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you!

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLC

• beautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise

• onsite staff parking with EV charging stations plus easy access to public transport and major arterials

• generous leave entitlements

• access to state-of-the-art resources and spaces

• complimentary staff use of our sports aquatic and fitness centre

• onsite cafe with barista and school canteen serving delicious meal options

• opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development

• and more

Applications close 9am Monday 1 December 2025. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date.

A copy of the Position Description and PLC Recruitment Pack can be viewed below or directly via our PLC careers website: staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain an Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC).

PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff where they feel welcomed safe and respected.