Laboratory Technician

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland stands as the largest and most established Vocational Education and Training provider in Queensland, serving communities for over 140 years. The organisation upholds strong values, prioritising customer focus and continuously bolstering its reputation for delivering quality education and training. Staff are recognised for embodying these values in daily operations.

Your Opportunity

Joining TAFE Queensland as a Laboratory Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching staff by providing high-quality technical assistance. This support ensures that practical learning environments effectively align with curriculum delivery. Reporting to the Educational Operations Manager, this temporary position (0.25 FTE, 12-month term) is primarily based at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute campus, with possible work at other campuses.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and exemplify a robust safety culture, actively supporting Workplace Health Safety Systems across the East Coast region.
• Operate, prepare, and maintain clinical laboratory equipment and facilities to facilitate all scheduled educational and simulation activities efficiently.
• Manage stock levels for clinical laboratory materials, including ordering, invoicing, and records, ensuring consumables are consistently available to maintain smooth laboratory operations.
• Ensure chemicals are stored and disposed of safely after use, and uphold cleanliness and orderliness in simulated laboratory environments and equipment.
• Support teaching staff by preparing and setting up resources and demonstrations within lab and simulation environments.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance or coordinate calibration and upkeep of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain and improve quality assurance and safety protocols for all laboratories, updating procedures as needed.
• Promote adherence to TAFE Queensland’s quality policies, fostering an environment committed to high-quality work through rigorous quality system documentation.
• Advance organisational transformation and culture by embodying core values like Safety First, Collaboration, Customer Focus, Initiative, and Responsibility.

Assessment Criteria

• Demonstrable understanding of healthcare practices and compliance with workplace health and safety laws and Australian Standards within nursing and healthcare simulation contexts, evidenced by prior experience.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with fundamental laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Familiarity with the calibration, maintenance, and operation of nursing simulation tools such as glucometers, vital monitors, and simulation manikins.
• Proven ability to function effectively in team environments while managing flexible and adaptable workloads through strong organisational skills.
• Advanced communication and customer service abilities to collaboratively work with diverse stakeholders and colleagues aiming at exemplary client service.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Possession of a Nursing qualification, Diploma of Health Care, or equivalent; candidates pursuing these qualifications combined with relevant laboratory experience will also be considered.

Additional Information

Applicants must provide proof of qualifications during the interview process.

This is a temporary part-time position (0.25FTE) for 12 months, with possible work locations beyond the main Sunshine Coast campus. The role emphasizes adherence to safety, quality standards, and collaborative culture enhancement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed resume, a cover letter addressing the Assessment Criteria (up to 2 pages), and referees' contact details (including current supervisor) by the closing date of Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 4:00 PM.