Field Biosecurity Technician - NIAS (Casual)

AsureQuality; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Training provided.

Job summary

AsureQuality's Biosecurity team are hiring casual field staff to support the National Invasive Ant Surveillance programme across New Zealand. Roles involve extensive outdoor work during daylight hours, with duties including site inspections, trapping, data recording and sample handling at high‑risk locations such as seaports and airports.

Work hours are variable (0–40 per week) and training is provided. A mandatory induction is required, with training held in Auckland and Whangarei, and the role

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to walk long periods.
• Able to commit to work hours at short notice.
• Able to use phone apps and computer technology.
• Respect Te Reo me ona tikanga Maori and other cultures.
• Driver's license desired but not essential.
• Biosecurity experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver biosecurity surveillance and response field services for NIAS at high-risk sites.
• Undertake site inspections, trapping, surveillance, data recording and sample handling.
• Assist other Biosecurity teams with Fruit Fly Surveillance.
• Respect mātauranga Māori and encourage tikanga in roles.

Skills

Physical fitness

Can-do attitude

Flexibility

Tech literacy

Cultural respect

Job description

AsureQuality's Biosecurity team are hiring casual field staff to support the National Invasive Ant Surveillance programme across New Zealand. Roles involve extensive outdoor work during daylight hours, with duties including site inspections, trapping, data recording and sample handling at high‑risk locations such as seaports and airports.

Work hours are variable (0–40 per week) and training is provided. A mandatory induction is required, with training held in Auckland and Whangarei, and the role