Environmental Lab Technician: Sample Receipt & QC

ALS; Hastings; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

ALS Environmental in Hastings, NZ is seeking a Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team. You’ll receive, process and prepare environmental samples for testing, ensuring quality, accuracy and safety standards.

You’ll work closely with clients and staff, perform routine lab techniques, operate and maintain equipment, keep records, and support compliance with ISO 17025. This role suits someone with science background and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Secondary school qualifications with science subjects or relevant laboratory experience.
• Basic understanding of microbiology laboratory practices.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality standards.

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

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Secondary school with science subjects

Tertiary qualifications in Microbiology or Environmental Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Job description

ALS Environmental in Hastings, NZ is seeking a Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team. You’ll receive, process and prepare environmental samples for testing, ensuring quality, accuracy and safety standards.

You’ll work closely with clients and staff, perform routine lab techniques, operate and maintain equipment, keep records, and support compliance with ISO 17025. This role suits someone with science background and strong attention to detail.