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JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Title:Laboratory TechnicianNature of Position:Part time permanent 1260 hours per year (0.65FTE)Appointment Salary Range:$44,641 - $50,000 gross full-time dependent on merit and qualificationsConditions of Service:EIT Allied Staff Collective Employment Agreement or Allied Staff Individual Employment AgreementLocation:Taradale CampusResponsible To:Laboratory ManagerKey Functional Relationships:DeanFaculty Administration ManagerStaff of SchoolOther Functional Relationships:Head of School, Laboratory ManagerOther Faculty membersOther EIT technicians and allied staffCleanersScope:To facilitate the smooth running of the School in areas of allied support for Tutors, Head of School and School staff and provide students with technical assistance, with an emphasis on microbiology, biology and botany.Maintenance and development of teaching resources, materials and equipment including ordering, purchasing and researching.To provide assistance where required as a team member of the School of Viticulture and Wine.Achievement Areas:Technical supportResource preparation Administration Stock Control Facility development and maintenance Customer Service General KEY TASKSTechnical supportPrepare and supervise the use of laboratory equipment for teaching purposesAssist staff and students conducting research as requiredAssist in the development of laboratory teaching programmesProvide technical assistance in other areas of the school and campus as requiredMaintain and develop the library of microbial cultures held in the laboratoryAdministrationMaintain physical and electronic filing systems for suppliers, equipment and trades people. Maintain technician notes to accompany teaching programmesStock ControlOrder goods as required as per specifications given by tutorial staff Maintain maximum/minimum levels of basic stock itemsAssist in annual stock takeFacilities and Equipment Cleaning and MaintenanceMaintain safe, clean work environment and keep laboratory up to required legal standardsAssist in maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipmentAdvise laboratory manager of necessary repairs and maintenance of equipment and fittingsGeneralEnsure the philosophy and procedures of Quality Management are reflected in activities undertaken.Operate EIT policies and procedures as appropriateAttend faculty meetings and other institute meetings as appropriateDevelop positive and constructive working relationships with colleagues across all campuses. Assist with preparation of events as requiredAttend relevant courses to update skills where requiredUndertake other duties as may be required by ManagerPERSON SPECIFICATIONPOSITION:Laboratory TechnicianKnowledge, Experience and SkillsHigh specialist knowledge of tools and equipment related to the laboratory essentialSpecialist knowledge in microbiology essentialAbility to maintain technician records and files essentialAn understanding of stocktaking procedures requiredUnderstanding of and commitment to health and safety standards essentialProven ability to maintain equipment related to the laboratoryWord processing and spread sheet skills essentialWell developed oral, written and interpersonal skills essentialProven ability to plan and meet deadlines requiredGood time management, organisational and administrative skills essentialPleasant telephone manner and ability to order and organise materials essentialSpecial AptitudesAble to use initiative Able to work competently and efficiently within an often stressful working environment and meet deadlinesAn understanding and appreciation of customer service and a commitment to providing a quality service to both internal and external customersAn understanding and appreciation of cultural issuesAbility to handle confidential matters sensitivelyAbility to prioritise workAbility to work in a team environmentPersonal AttributesHigh degree of professional judgment and integrityFlexible and responsive mannerStrong self motivationFriendly approachable manner with a sense of humourPunctual and reliableMature and tolerant natureQualificationsRelevant tertiary qualification essential Drivers licence preferred ................
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