Environmental Lab Technician: Sample Receipt & Prep

ALS Limited; Hastings; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Environmental Hastings is seeking a Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team. You will receive, inspect, register and prepare environmental samples (water, wastewater and soil) for testing, ensuring quality and accurate documentation.

You’ll work within a supportive team, maintain records, operate basic laboratory equipment, and uphold ISO 17025 standards, ensuring a safe, compliant and efficient lab environment.

Qualifications

• Secondary school qualifications with science subjects.
• Basic understanding of microbiology laboratory practices.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Tertiary qualifications in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline.
• Previous experience in an environmental or food microbiology laboratory.
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and register environmental samples including water, wastewater, and soil.
• Verify sample integrity, temperature, holding times, and documentation requirements.
• Liaise with clients and laboratory staff regarding sample enquiries or discrepancies.
• Label, track, and manage samples throughout the laboratory workflow.
• Prepare samples for microbiological analysis following standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory techniques and assist with quality control activities.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and support compliance with quality standards.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and organised laboratory environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Basic microbiology

Multi-tasking

Client liaison

Education

Secondary school science subjects

Tertiary qualification in Microbiology/Environmental Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Job description

ALS Environmental Hastings is seeking a Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team. You will receive, inspect, register and prepare environmental samples (water, wastewater and soil) for testing, ensuring quality and accurate documentation.

You’ll work within a supportive team, maintain records, operate basic laboratory equipment, and uphold ISO 17025 standards, ensuring a safe, compliant and efficient lab environment.