Lab Technical Officer – Chemistry & Environmental Science

The University of Waikato

Hamilton

On-site

NZD 73,000 - 87,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Additional university leave

Competitive superannuation

Job summary

The University of Waikato invites applications for a Technical Officer in Te Aka Mātuatua School of Science, supporting Chemistry and Environmental Science teaching and research. You will join a collaborative technical team ensuring laboratories and facilities operate safely and efficiently.

Based at the Tauranga Campus, this full-time role involves laboratory preparation, equipment maintenance, stock management, technical troubleshooting, and health and safety compliance to support teaching

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification in science.
Experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Understanding of laboratory health and safety practices, including hazardous substances management.
Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

Laboratory preparation for teaching and research activities.
Equipment maintenance and stock management.
Technical troubleshooting and health and safety compliance.
Support for students and staff during laboratory and fieldwork sessions.
Maintenance of specialist instrumentation and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.