Laboratory Technician – Chemistry Department

Laboratory Technician – Chemistry Department, Hale School

Permanent full-time, term-time only

Commencing Term 4 2026

Hale School is Western Australia’s oldest independent boys’ school.  Located in the suburb of Wembley Downs, the current campus is situated on a magnificent 48-hectare site, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west of Perth and two kilometres from the coast.

Hale School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Laboratory Technician to provide specialist technical support to teaching staff within the Senior School Chemistry Department.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient use and maintenance of laboratory resources and equipment and provide administrative, communication, and logistical support to the Department.

The successful applicant will meet the following Selection Criteria:

• TAFE Diploma in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent specialised Chemistry knowledge
• Demonstrated ability in chemical management and laboratory operations
• Strong organisational skills, initiative, flexibility, and ability to meet deadlines
• Significant practical laboratory experience (highly desirable)
• Physical capability for standing, walking, and climbing stairs
• Current “C” Class driver’s licence (desirable)
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Ability to contribute collaboratively as part of a team, supporting a positive and professional working environment
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).

 Applicants are asked to provide:

• a covering letter and CV outlining their qualifications and relevant experience for the role
• the names and contact details for three referees, one of whom must be the current or most recent employer

Applications close: 3.00pm on Wednesday 22 July 2026. 

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For further information regarding the position please view the Job Description on our website.

Note to applicants:

• Hale School takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at Hale School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of a thorough recruitment process.
• Hale School reserves the right to contact non-nominated referees prior to an offer of employment being made.
• New applicants who have arrived in Australia within the last 12 months are required to provide Hale School with a Police Clearance issued by their country of origin within the last 12 months prior to appointment preceding the employee’s appointment to Hale School. Documents are to be translated by a certified agent if necessary.  The cost of this clearance is to be borne by the applicant.