Science Laboratory Officer - St Mary MacKillop College - Canberra, ACT

Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment Type: Part-time (65 hours), Permanent 
Salary: $69,761.00 full-time equivalent (pro-rata for part-time appointments) 
Start Date: TBA
Closing Date: 11:55pm, Sunday 19 June 2022

St Mary MacKillop College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, the support of family life, and the enrichment of all our people. The curriculum at St Mary MacKillop College is undertaken in an environment where each person is valued and respected as an individual whose personal growth is of paramount importance.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Science Laboratory Officer to join our vibrant and comprehensive team at St Mary MacKillop College. 

Personal and professional skills

• A passion and keen interest for working within an educational setting.
• Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Windows desktop computing environment, including the Microsoft Office suite as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneNote, Outlook; database software applications; competent keyboard and typing skills and a demonstrated ability to adapt to the use of new software packages.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety principles.
  
  

Support the College Vision

• Support the College Vision, promoting an atmosphere where Catholic principles and practices flourish in a welcoming, diverse community.
• Promote, support and work to the St Mary of the Cross Mackillop and Josephite Christian ethos.
• Value for the sacredness of each person and attentive to the aspirations and needs of individuals.
• An understanding of the principles of child protection and confidentiality.
  
  

Organisational, judgement and decision making skills

• The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time, plan and organise one's own work to ensure deadlines are met.
• The ability to exercise sound judgement, decision making and initiative.
• A passion and aptitude for information precision and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively within a team environment and to also be self-directed and work autonomously without supervision.
  
  

Interpersonal Skills

• A strong professional client focus and a demonstrated commitment to client service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to engage others with a courteous, calm and welcoming demeanour.
  
  

**Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration – ACT is a mandatory requirement.

**Level 5.1 requires knowledge or training equivalent to either a diploma or certificate IV with relevant work experience, a certificate III with extensive work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.

Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.

Application Process

Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.

For further information about the School, please visit our school website here.

Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position specific queries: Please contact Mackillop Recruitment on 02 6209 5215 or via email recruitment@mackillop.act.edu.au

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427