Maker Lab Executive

1 week ago

Singapore Raffles Institution Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

We are seeking a hands-on, highly motivated Maker Coach to support and grow our dynamic Maker Education programme for RI students. The Maker Coach plays a vital role in maintaining and preparing materials, as well as teaching students foundational and advanced analogue and digital making skills. The ideal candidate is resourceful, enthusiastic about learning-by-doing, and passionate about cultivating creative confidence in young people.

Duties

Inventory and Material Management

  • Maintain an organised, well-stocked inventory of maker materials, tools, and equipment

  • Monitor consumables and place timely orders to ensure readiness for all programmes

  • Coordinate safe storage and recycling of used or leftover materials

Programme Preparation

  • Prepare materials, tools, and resources for classes and maker projects in collaboration with the Maker Education team

  • Ensure all tools and equipment are in working condition; coordinate repair or servicing when needed

  • Ensure learning environments have been set up and cleaned before and after sessions

Coaching and Teaching

  • Teach students how to use a wide range of tools and materials, including analogue skills (e.g. safe cardboard cutting, basic woodworking) and digital tools (e.g. 3D printing, laser cutting)

  • Support students in developing safe and effective making practices

  • Manage and provide technical support for hands-on maker workshops, challenges, and long-term projects

  • Provide technical support, encouragement, and just-in-time instruction to students

  • Create a positive and inclusive maker culture that celebrates experimentation, iteration, and reflection

Job Requirements

  • Experience working in a makerspace, Fab Lab, or STEM/Maker education setting preferred
  • Background in design, engineering, education, or a related field
  • First aid certification and/or experience with Fab Lab / workshop safety protocols (preferred but not essential)

Technical and Making Skills

  • Proficiency in a range of analogue making tools (e.g. utility knives, saws, glue guns) and digital fabrication tools (e.g. 3D printers, laser cutters)
  • Familiarity with basic CAD and design software (e.g. SketchUp, Fusion 360, Adobe Illustrator) to troubleshoot 3D printing jobs is an advantage
  • Ability to troubleshoot and maintain maker tools and equipment

Organisational Skills

  • Strong logistical planning skills for managing materials, tools, and equipment across multiple programmes
  • Ability to set up efficient systems for storage, labelling, and safety

Coaching and Interpersonal Skill

  • Ability to build strong rapport with secondary school students; approachable and patient
  • Comfortable guiding students through open-ended challenges and failures
  • Clear communicator and collaborative team member

This is a 2-year contract (renewable).

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