Vacancy: Home Economics Technician
We are seeking a dedicated and highly organised Home Economic Technician to join our College, this is full time, ongoing position, with a start date to be agreed.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Head of Technologies, the Home Economics Technician role is to support teachers by ensuring students have access to materials, tools and the support required for successful hands-on learning experiences, enabling students to develop practical life skills.
Your responsibilities include:
- Reviewing daily class schedules and preparing resources to support practical lessons.
- Regularly inspect equipment and machinery to ensure they are maintained to a high standard and remain in safe working order.
- Ordering, receiving, checking and correctly storing deliveries and supplies.
- Maintaining the preparation room and laundry areas in a clean, organised and orderly condition.
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safety within all Home Economics learning areas.
- Adhering to Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and safe food handling practices.
What we are seeking:
- Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to effectively prioritise tasks and manage time in a dynamic environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of situations and challenges.
- Ability to remain calm, professional and effective in a busy work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with teachers, staff and students.
- Proven ability to show initiative, work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team.
- Strong understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements, with a consistent focus on maintaining safe work practices.
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding the College values of Compassion, Courage and Respect.
- Catholic Ethos: demonstrates strong understanding of Catholic Ethos and models this in all decision making.
Be part of something excellent.
Applications close: 4pm, Friday 5 June, 2026. Please provide a covering letter (two pages maximum) and a CV highlighting your suitability for this position. Please address all applications to the Principal, Mr Leo Di Gregorio.
Please email applications to: employment@sacredheart.wa.edu.au
The way we give back to our people: Sacred Heart College gives back generously to our employees with offers on many benefits such as our own wellness program, corporate healthcare rates, onsite weights and fitness studio and a very active social club.
Sacred Heart College prides itself of living the motto of Always Striving Upwards. Our three key values of Compassion, Courage and Respect encompass what it means to be part of the Sacred Heart community.
Important Requirements
The successful applicant must fully support the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. Additionally, applicants are required to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to appointment.
