1611 Science Lab Technician (Primary School)

Contract Period: 2 years; January 2027 to December 2028

Work location: Sembawang

• Mondays to Tuesdays: 7:30am to 4:00pm

• Wednesdays to Fridays: 7:30am to 2:30pm

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.

• Minimum qualification of a GCE ‘O’ Level Certificate

• Minimally 1.5 years 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.

• Patient and comfortable working with Primary School students aged 9 to 12.

• 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.