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    Scitech stands out for its supportive and passionate team culture, where employees are united by their commitment to STEM education and community impact. The organisation offers a dynamic and creative work environment with opportunities for innovation and skill development, including valuable travel opportunities to deliver programs across Western Australia.

    As a not-for-profit organisation, employees acknowledge that compensation levels are generally lower than commercial sectors, though recent improvements have been made. The organisation has undergone periods of change and restructuring, and some roles require flexibility with irregular working hours including weekends.
    Work/Life balance
    3.7(33 ratings)
    Career development
    2.7(33 ratings)
    Benefits & perks
    3.0(33 ratings)
    Management
    3.2(33 ratings)
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    3.7(33 ratings)
    Diversity & equal opportunity
    3.9(33 ratings)
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    5.0
    Science Communicator
    Aug 2025
    Perth WA 60002 to 3 years in the role, current employee
    Applying for a job at Scitech was the best decision I ever made!!!
    The good thingsThe delivery team in the Science Centre are an amazing group of intelligent, interesting, and genuinely caring people, who are all passionate about their roles within Scitech. The managers and those in leadership positions are approachable, understanding, flexible, inclusive, and supportive. The commitment to Scitech's mission and enthusiasm with engaging West Australians in STEM is clear across the whole organisation, and the fact that the Statewide tours/outreach programs exist is absolutely wonderful! Plus, the work is rewarding, exciting, dynamic, educational, and most of all... FUN!!!
    The challengesAll teams within the organisation seem to be committed to a common goal of maintaining a positive working environment and providing opportunities for staff development and growth. The motivation behind implementing positive changes appears to have originated from challenges that the company faced several years ago due to poor leadership. Things seem to be moving in a really good direction, and improvements based upon staff feedback are being implemented regularly (which is exciting)!
    1.0
    Science Communicator
    Jun 2025
    Perth WA 60001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Believed in their mission, don't believe in the people carrying it out anymore.
    The good thingsGreat supportive coworkers.
    The challengesTerrible treatment if casual staff leading to hemoraging of quality staff.
    1 person found this helpful
    1.0
    Head office
    Mar 2024
    Perth WA 6000
    Poor pay plus inexperienced managers makes it very hard keep employees.
    The good thingsColleagues are great
    The challengesBelow average pay, poor management that lack experience and skill in managing teams. Some staff have been there too long and are not held accountable for their behaviour and work practices
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Marketing Specialist
    Oct 2023
    All Perth WA1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I would recommend anyone considering applying for a position at Scitech to do it! It's a fun place to work.
    The good thingsThe culture at Scitech is amazing. The managers listen to you and take your input on board. You are encouraged to work with other teams and departments, and the work itself is usually fun and fulfilling.
    The challengesThe challenges are being a not-for-profit, the salaries are on the lower end however the leadership team have been implementing changes to increase this, including all staff receiving an increase in their wages.
    5.0
    Science Communicatory
    Oct 2023
    Perth WA 6000Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Working at Scitech has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life wherein I feel like I am making a real difference in the world alongside a team of some of the most amazing people in the world.
    The good things - The team is incredible and by far the most awesome thing about scitech. We look after each other, support each other and grow together. I cannot stress enough how awesome our team is! - Travel: our communicator team gets to travel several times a year for up to three weeks out to regional WA and see the beauty of WA firsthand while doing science shows for students around the state. - Support: I can honestly say I have never worked in a more supportive environment. We are supported emotionally and encouraged to grow and learn. - SCIENCE: We get to blow things up and do all the incredible science demonstrations you were never allowed to do in highschool or had time to do at uni - Diversity: Our team has people from all walks of life and is accepting to all - Social: Our team likes to have social gatherings occasionally which are always fun. - Training and Development: In particularly quiet times of the year, 'development weeks' will be held to grow and improve the skillset of our team and talk about some of the amazing things we've done in the last few months - My work mainly involves traveling out to schools. Whilst we do the same shows, each school is different, and the variety helps keep the job interesting. - Performing: This could be a challenge depending on the person but you get the opportunity to perform in a plantarium, on stage, or at events like the Royal Show.
    The challenges - It IS a not-for profit so wages are lower than similar positions elsewhere. Still a fantastic graduate job though. - Travel: When touring you live with your colleagues, which can be AWESOME fun or can be a challenge which requires people skills and emotional inteligence. Touring also means that you can be away from friends and family for extended periods, occasionally outside mobile reception. - No 'set' weekly schedule. We don't yet have a regular days we work and as such often have to work on weekends. - Sometimes working in the science centre can be monotonous during quiet periods and can have rushing crowds of very loud and chaotic children during busy times.
    5.0
    Manager
    Sep 2023
    West Perth WA 6005
    It's a privilege to work for Scitech
    The good thingsThe amazing work Scitech does for the community of Western Australia. The wonderful people that are so passionate and mission driven.
    The challengesThe desire to do everything to make Western Australians passionate about STEM with limited Government funding..
    5.0
    Consultant
    Aug 2023
    Perth WA 60007 to 8 years in the role, current employee
    If you erased the period from 2020-2021, you would see a 4 or 5 star rating for Scitech. There was an awful restructure, terrible and toxic management. But we are well past that now. Under great management and direction. Healthy workplace environment. Want to like the people you work with? Join Scitech.
    The good thingsPassionate, Innovative and Fun. Scitech is a great place to work. Wonderful people. Opportunities to implement new ideas and have an impact on STEM communication and education.
    The challengesSome inefficiency in systems, but these are all being addressed. Pay is NFP pay, but has been lifted recently and roles have been brought into line with average bands.
    5.0
    Product Owner
    Aug 2023
    West Perth WA 6005Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Given the autonomy and support to do my job well.
    The good thingsWorking at Scitech is fulfilling and challenging in the right ways. Surrounded by awesome people who are dedicated to a great cause, the culture actively promotes support and collaboration. It's a place of passion and innovation.
    The challengesToo early to tell- none yet
    5.0
    Project Manager
    Aug 2023
    West Perth WA 6005Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    At Scitech, a strong dose of passion, motivation, and determination is a must. If your goal is to earn while bringing smiles to children's faces and enhancing their STEM knowledge through captivating activities, we invite you to join our team!
    The good thingsScitech offers a dynamic and ever-changing environment. One day, you might be crafting a confetti gun, while the next day, you're working on a cutting-edge Hydrogen Rocket. The individuals here exhibit tremendous passion for their work, showcasing exceptional skills, ingenuity, and a profound sense of creativity. The atmosphere is conducive to innovation, fostering a sense of community akin to a close-knit family. It's a privilege to collaborate with such brilliant minds, and I'm honored to be a part of this endeavor. In contrast to government roles, Scitech's non-profit nature minimizes bureaucratic hurdles. The organization thrives on its ability to deliver impactful programs and experiences. Witnessing the joy on children's faces as they explore the museum is truly heartwarming. Behind the scenes, Scitech operates like a well-oiled machine, composed of numerous dedicated individuals. From tireless researchers to statewide teams venturing into remote communities to share knowledge, from engaging math and science programs to captivating puppet theater and a state-of-the-art Planetarium, the multifaceted nature of Scitech is remarkable. A diverse team of event organizers, marketing professionals, construction experts, software developers, and designers collectively contribute to making Scitech a reality. With its almost daily availability to the public, the operational prowess of the organization is truly impressive. If you're eager to play a role in disseminating scientific and technological knowledge throughout Western Australia, Scitech offers the ideal platform for your aspirations.
    The challengesFormal processes and structures are relatively limited here. Operating since 1986, the organization has functioned akin to a closely-knit family, relying on collective expertise and a highly involved approach. Given the unique nature of each exhibit, extensive documentation and digitalization have been somewhat lacking. As a non-profit entity, the compensation may not rank as the highest in Western Australia, yet it remains reasonable, especially when factoring in the associated perks. Regrettably, the recent few years have been marred by suboptimal management, leaving a noticeable impact. However, there is a palpable shift towards a more positive trajectory for the company's future direction.
    1 person found this helpful
    4.0
    Exhibitions Engineer
    Aug 2023
    West Perth WA 6005Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    If you have the drive and tenacity to make your mark then Scitech is a very rewarding workplace.
    The good thingsThe ability to express your creativity, solve problems and be valued as a contributor is unique. You are given the tools, budget and time to make things happen. There are quite a few "nerds" in the organisation which means you are never short of interesting conversations. Most people are driven by a passion or a curiosity here, there aren't many 9-5ers. The culture is very soft and forgiving, more like a Scandinavian company.
    The challengesIt can be frustrating to get things done, and sometimes the org is very reactionary to change. The downside of a soft culture is a lack of discipline. But the culture is driven from the top and new ideas are starting to spread. The money isn't fantastic, but that's to be expected from a not for profit.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Customer Service Role
    Aug 2023
    West Perth WA 6005former employee
    Scitech learned from past mistakes and has built a better-than-ever present and future.
    The good thingsRewarding, fabulous and FUN! The workplace WAS (past tense, those hard times are in the past) stressful a few years back but is now the most harmonious, easy and fun job I’ve ever had. I started at Scitech over two years ago and things have improved immensely with new leaders and a clear staff-focused strategy that is communicated and implemented across the whole organisation, full of passionate and interesting people, and I got to perform shows and interact with kids and see the impact we have made.
    The challengesPay WAS pathetic, but is now pretty generous for a charity job. Very occasionally I’d deal with an annoying customer, but that’s unavoidable, and the support I received from management was great.
    5.0
    Science Communicator
    Aug 2023
    West Perth WA 6005Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Science isn't about why, it's about why not!
    The good thingsThe people working at scitech are all super friendly and passionate about education and STEM outreach. The mix of backgrounds and experience has created a really unique community. The organisation itself has been through some big changes and is heading in a good direction. Having read the previous reviews before I started, I can definitely see managment is in good hands now. The positive influence Scitech has on the lives of the kids, parents and teachers of WA is remarkable. It's wonderful telling people that you work at Scitech, everyone has a good experience to share. There is a lot of opportunities for skill development as well.
    The challengesThe salaries are standard for a NFP company, don't expect to be making FIFO/mining money.
    5.0
    Manager
    Mar 2023
    current employee
    Scitech has its soul back
    The good thingsExcellent team of smart, creative people. Leadership team are competent, and the new CEO is well respected. Exciting and empowering vision and strategy. Management are flexible and accommodating, and the science communicators are a wonderful bunch of talented people.
    The challengesWe went through a rough patch of instability and poor leadership, but are well and truly out of the dark ages now. A lot of effort has been put in to restore the culture and trust.
    3 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Manager
    Jul 2022
    Great place to work, I felt included and appreciated for my work from my first day, I feel really lucky to be working for Scitech.
    The good thingsInclusive team environment and culture Flexible working hours Supportive manager and good leadership from the CEO Access to personal development Knowledgeable staff with interesting and diverse experience
    The challengesSalary and benefits could be better, but they are not-for-profit and think these are being reviewed currently There have been restructures in the past, some long standing employees have found it difficult to move past this
    1 person found this helpful
    4.0
    Employee
    Jul 2022
    Things are much better at Scitech
    The good thingsTalented group of people committed to the STEM mission. After obviously going through some challenging times, the organisation has stabilised with new management and a better culture.
    The challengesSalary is at a not-for-profit level.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Manager
    Jun 2022
    A supportive, fun and creative workplace full of like-minded people working for a great mission.
    The good thingsThe culture - a fun, dynamic place to work with interesting, empathetic and creative people. The travel opportunities in some departments. Working with kids :)
    The challengesIt's a not-for-profit so our wages are not high, we work for the love of the job :)
    2 people found this helpful
    3.0
    Employee
    Dec 2021
    current employee
    A corner has definitely been turned
    The good thingsThere has been a definite uptick in moral in the last couple of months since the old Oligarchy moved on. This has resulted in teams being energized and individual innovation is starting to kick back off. The teams and units and individuals are great, the variety of work is wide and the opportunity to make a difference in showing people that there is cool stuff in all parts of STEM.
    The challengesThe old Oligarchy did an unfathomable amount of damage to the Staff and Business which the organization is still reeling from and trying to correct. Making stuff move faster, being able to pivot sooner based on incoming information and being more competitive are challenge points that still remain. The Organization is on the right track yet there is an colossal amount of work to do. More staffing in some Strategic areas would alleviate a lot of pain, stress and frustration.
    1.0
    Manager
    Jul 2021
    A rudderless ship...
    The good thingsMany passionate, creative, welcoming, supportive and fun individuals who believe in what they do and that go far beyond what is required to make sure our visitors have a good time.
    The challengesBelieve these reviews! A complete lack of leadership, they have all quit, even at the most senior levels. There is no strategy for a long term future let alone what might be coming in a month. Several bungled restructures (2 in the space of a month) and a revolving door of staff (weekly departures) have left the staff utterly demoralised. Those that are left are not engaged effectively or empowered to help the organisation recover. The organisation is totally out of control.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Manager
    Jan 2021
    A fractured workplace. Save yourself the headache
    The good thingsShould be great...exciting content, nice family-friendly venue, passionate staff, free parking.
    The challengesWhilst COVID has been one giant excuse for the incompetencies of upper management, Scitech has been struggling under the current executives' guidance for some time now. The current state, however is particularly bad. Mid-financial year with no clear budgets or guidance on what to do with the budgets given programming and new content seems to be on ice, no inspirational KPIs or clear operational plan for programming/events/campaigns and no forward-thinking strategic visions or plans shared for the organisation as a whole. Competition in-market for the schools, events and venue sectors leave Scitech high and dry. Without a clear path forward, the future looks dire for this once vibrant organisation. The CEO and Executives leave little be desired in their efforts to lead this organisation and are not respected or supported by their teams. I hope the new chair of the Board can investigate and resurrect these inefficiencies.
    10 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Manager
    Dec 2020
    A place for creative folk to collaborate and make cool things!
    The good thingsGreat creative culture where sharing of ideas are encouraged and appreciated. Definitely opportunities to shine in different ways, through your specialist skill or ability to make the most of an agile workplace. You can also take the reins of projects and make them happen by tapping into the diverse range of talented people around you!
    The challengesUndergoing necessary change for the better, with a few teething problems. But nothing that will stop the future looking really bright for an iconic brand in WA.
    2.0
    Programs Manager
    Nov 2020
    Used to be a fantastic workplace until the restructure and new management. Toxic workplace causing stress.
    The good thingsPassionate people that believe in Scitech.
    The challengesNew upper level management are incompetent. Toxic workplace. No trust or respect for workers, especially long term employees. HR cannot be trusted.
    5 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Finance Role
    Nov 2020
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Awful
    The good thingsGreat people who are passionate about their jobs
    The challengesManagement leaves a lot to be desired, management relationships cross the boundary between personal and professional
    4 people found this helpful
    2.0
    Manager
    Jul 2020
    7 to 8 years in the role, current employee
    Restructure last year damaged the fabulous culture that previously existed. Still a fun place to work!
    The good thingsFantastic, passionate, intelligent motivated, educated staff who are currently being held back by ELT and Management. This is not enabling them to be the best Team they can be. Exciting technologically advanced exhibitions are being built by an incredible workshop crew. Great STEM presenters doing fantastic shows and workshops.
    The challengesA current restructure and management change in 2019 led to the fluid, dynamic and eclectic culture being completely changed to one of a corporate structure, where all staff have very specific roles, culturally tiered work and specific boundaries. There are no opportunities to work across the organization utilizing your skills outside of your role. The roles now are clearly defined by managed position descriptions and you only get to operate in your own team across the structured organizational chart. Management have full control of all projects with little opportunity for input by staff. The wheel for new projects turns very slowly and the more experienced staff no longer hold value to contribute to the strategic plan.
    5 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Manager
    Mar 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Challenging because it's run by people who don't know what they're doing
    The good thingsYou get to watch planetarium shows in your lunch break
    The challengesManagement have no idea what they're doing
    5 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Programs Manager
    May 2019
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Dissapointed this wonderful organisation has lost its rudder.
    The good thingsWonderful peers. Working for a great mission.
    The challengesMost of the talented people have jumped ship. Management leave a lot to be desired, care more about own ego than the business.
    3 people found this helpful
    2.0
    Presenter
    Feb 2019
    Great team with very poor management and working environment.
    The good thingsA great team of presenters and technicians.
    The challengesVery poor management, low income, ever-changing and inconsistent working days/hours, and internal confusion over award and financial requirements.
    3 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Programs
    Oct 2018
    11 to 12 years in the role, former employee
    Once great, now a sinking ship.
    The good thingsThe goal of the organisation is good and noble, bringing excitement, education, and hope to children and adults alike across WA. Outreach is constantly to regional communities, with both equality and equity a high priority of the mission.
    The challengesThe new CEO has resulted in mass layoffs with new terrible upper management, toxic attitudes, and a shift in priorities to monetisation and cheap thrills rather and deep or genuine engagements.
    2 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Science Presenter
    Aug 2018
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Everyday is fun and you always learn something new, you're constantly active and walking/talking/building
    The good thingsWorld class managers and fellow staff. A vibrant team that are passionate about science and are super friendly. You can make the day of visitors and you're free to choose how and what to do in work and in your presentations for the most part.
    The challengesMissing children (they always eventually get found), large school groups, spills and messes.
    1.0
    Technician
    Aug 2018
    Great people, poor management
    The good thingsGreat people spruiking science and tech.
    The challengesNew management spending big on external consultants while forcing cuts to operational budgets. Do more with less.
    3 people found this helpful
    3.0
    Service Technician
    May 2018
    Perth WA 60001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Nice team, average management
    The good thingsGreat technical and work challenges
    The challengesLong term prospects are limited to core group of people
    1 person found this helpful
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