Field Water Sampling Technician Outdoor Lab Support

Watercare Services Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Life and income protection insurance

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Watercare Services Limited is seeking a Sampling Technician to collect water and wastewater samples across Auckland and perform field testing to support regulatory compliance and operational performance.

The role combines fieldwork with laboratory support and customer service. You will travel across the region, handling samples from drinking water, wastewater, environmental, and groundwater sites, while maintaining accurate records and equipment.

Qualifications

• Field sampling experience or willingness to learn field protocols.
• Experience with data capture and reporting.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater regulatory context is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect water and wastewater samples across Auckland.
• Conduct field testing and record results accurately.
• Prepare and maintain sampling equipment and vehicles.
• Calibrate field testing equipment and enter data into laboratory systems.
• Support quality assurance and accreditation requirements.
• Identify anomalies and contribute to improvements.
• Participate in on-call roster when required.

Skills

Field sampling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Outdoors work

Swimming

Driving larger vehicles

Education

Science-related qualification

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Watercare Services Limited is seeking a Sampling Technician to collect water and wastewater samples across Auckland and perform field testing to support regulatory compliance and operational performance.

The role combines fieldwork with laboratory support and customer service. You will travel across the region, handling samples from drinking water, wastewater, environmental, and groundwater sites, while maintaining accurate records and equipment.