Science Technician - Dakabin State High School

About Dakabin State High School:

Dakabin State High School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located just north of Brisbane. Since 1978, our co-educational school has supported students from Years 7 to 12 in achieving their personal and academic goals. We are proud to be a high-performing school with a strong academic reputation, where students are encouraged to strive for excellence in a supportive and engaging environment.

About the Role:

Working closely alongside our existing Science Technician, you will be an important part of a cooperative laboratory team supporting our teachers and students. We are looking for someone who communicates well, enjoys sharing responsibilities and can work collaboratively to ensure our laboratories operate safely, efficiently and effectively.

If you enjoy science, take pride in being organised and would thrive working alongside another technician as part of a supportive Science faculty, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities Include:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• The ability to coordinate tasks, share workloads, plan ahead and support their colleague during busy periods.
• You will assist with preparing practical experiments, organising and maintaining equipment and resources, managing laboratory supplies, and ensuring appropriate safety procedures are followed.

We value someone who is reliable, flexible and proactive, who can work independently when required while also recognising that great laboratory support comes from strong communication, mutual respect and teamwork.

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. 

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

Contact Name: Leonie TURNBULL, Deputy Principal (07) 3491 5***

Closing Date: Wednesday, 16 September 2026  

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.