Laboratory Technician II, Chemistry South Island School

South Island School is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to provide support to staff in delivering high-quality science education particularly in the practical aspects of laboratory work for students.

Main Accountabilities

• Assist teachers during practical lessons to meet students learning needs.
• Support teachers in planning and developing new experiments.
• Prepare test and set up experiments for practical lessons.
• Construct maintain and repair laboratory equipment.
• Conduct stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Ensure proper storage of equipment and safe disposal of waste.
• Organize weekly experiment orders and carry out trial runs.
• Prepare equipment and chemicals daily to ensure a good environment for learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Line Managers.

Requirements

• Certificate in Laboratory Technology
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Capability to work independently in a science laboratory setting
• Knowledge of health and safety practices
• Excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude
• Effective team player

Reporting Line

• Reports to Laboratory Technician I and Head of Chemistry

South Island School is a part of the English Schools Foundation(ESF). We are the largest provider of English medium international education in Hong Kong - with our 22 schools being home to over 18000 students from over 70 countries.

Our almost 3000 staff are united by a single goal: to help every student be the best that they can be. Everyone whether they work in or out of the classroom spends each day working to deliver the very best education for our young people so that they can go on to lead happy successful lives.

Our purpose at South Island School is to recognise the ways in which we as individuals can make a difference to the world around us. Our learning philosophy and environment promote freedom of thought expression and action. We educate all students socially emotionally and academically to help them make informed decisions and take action responsibly.

We believe that individual success will be demonstrated when our students are happy adaptable and curious thinkers who thrive in an inclusive diverse and compassionate community. Our aim is to offer the opportunities and guidance for them to become honest responsible and courageous global citizens. We want all of our actions as a community to promote learning diversity equity and inclusion and the holistic concept of sustainable futures.

South Island Schools Mission is to promote Well-Being Learning Global Citizenship and Sustainability through all aspects of our school. We expect our students staff and community to embed our Mission objectives within everything they do as they strive to achieve the ESF Vision for every student to be the best that they can be.

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