Industrial Technology & Design Assistant - St Mary's Catholic College

Contract Dates: Monday 25 January 2027

Employment Type: Term Time, Fixed Term (31 hours per week)

Salary Range: School Officer Level 3: $34.17 to $35.62 Gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation 

Closing Date for Applications: 9am, Tuesday 6 October 2026

Please note applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date.  We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity. 

St Mary's Catholic College, Woree

Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary's Catholic College opened in 1986 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education. The College is a place where individual strengths are nurtured and developed and where faith and a sense of community are fundamental to who we are. The College offers both a strong academic and stimulating vocational curriculum, along with comprehensive co-curricular opportunities for our students to pursue their interest. Our committed and dedicated staff work in partnership with parents to provide students with the balance of supportive environment and challenging learning. Essential for young people to grow holistically and step forward to make a difference in the world. 

About the Role

The Industrial Technology and Design Assistant works under general supervision of the technology teacher to provide support services in the industrial technology and design department

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  ASOC Industrial Technology & Design Assistant Position Description - Level 3 (Without Classification Factors) (1).pdf

Typical duties performed may include, but are not limited to:

• Under general supervision of the technology teacher/s, perform tasks associated with classroom learning
  including:
   Preparing and setting up workshop materials and resources 
   Packing away/dismantling equipment and materials and storing appropriately
   Operating industrial technology and design plant and equipment
   Providing practical assistance to students in using classroom resources
   Preparing displays and promotional materials for exhibits and events as required
  • Monitor the quantities of equipment, materials and supplies and advise the technology teachers when purchases are required
  • Monitor all electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure they adhere to policies, protocols and standards
  • Responsibility for ensuring the maintenance of equipment, tools, and machinery at regular intervals
  • Identify and report any unsafe practices within the department to the teacher/s
  • Assisting in the support of student engagement 

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Hold a current Driver Licence
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Fitness Passport Memberships available 
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave 
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. 

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website. 

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website. 

Enquiries

Trisha Stroud, HR Officer 
P:  ************ 
E:  *************************** 

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. 

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.