About This Role
This Laboratory Assistant role supports the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of Sri KDU International School Klang's science laboratories. The successful candidate will prepare laboratory equipment and materials for practical lessons, maintain facilities, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures. The position requires close collaboration with Science teachers and school staff to provide a safe, well-equipped, and engaging learning environment for students.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and set up laboratory equipment, apparatus, chemicals, and materials for Science lessons, practical experiments, and examinations
- Provide assistance to Science teachers and students during practical sessions when required
- Inspect and test laboratory equipment before use, identifying and reporting any faults or maintenance requirements
- Clean, organise, and properly store laboratory equipment and materials after practical sessions
- Coordinate laboratory bookings, facility usage schedules, and practical lesson requirements with Science teachers
- Assist with preparing laboratory materials and equipment for Science fairs, exhibitions, competitions, and other school activities
- Maintain clean, organised, and safe laboratory environments, including preparation rooms, storage areas, and laboratory facilities
- Ensure chemicals, hazardous substances, and laboratory materials are properly labelled, handled, and stored in accordance with established safety procedures
- Assist with the safe handling and disposal of chemical and biological waste in accordance with school procedures and applicable regulations
- Conduct regular laboratory safety inspections and promptly report hazards, accidents, breakages, or incidents to the relevant personnel
- Ensure safety equipment, including first-aid kits and emergency equipment, is properly maintained and readily accessible
- Promote compliance with laboratory safety procedures, safeguarding requirements, and the school's health and safety policies
- Maintain accurate inventory records of laboratory equipment, chemicals, consumables, and other materials
- Conduct regular stock checks, monitor inventory levels, and ensure adequate supplies are available to support Science lessons and activities
- Assist with preparing purchase requests, obtaining supplier quotations, and coordinating the replenishment of laboratory supplies
- Perform routine cleaning, inspections, and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment and facilities
- Identify faulty or damaged equipment and coordinate servicing, repairs, and calibration with approved suppliers where required
- Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, servicing, calibration, breakages, repairs, and chemical expiry dates
