Laboratory Technician

Heineken; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DB Breweries at Waitematā Brewery seeks a Laboratory Technician who is currently studying Science or a related field to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.

You will assist with laboratory testing, quality control activities, and data recording under supervision, contributing to continuous improvement and food safety practices.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Science, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• 2nd or 3rd year of study preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely laboratory testing and analysis.
• Support quality control activities across the brewery.
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure data accuracy.
• Follow laboratory, quality and food safety procedures.
• Promote and support a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with brewing, packaging and quality teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Quality focus

Education

Science or related degree (pursuing)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Contract: Fixed-Term (3Months), Full-time

About us

When you join DB Breweries, you join the global HEINEKEN family, where everyone is encouraged to be themselves, contribute their ideas, learn and grow as part of one of the largest beer and cider brewing companies in the world spanning 70 countries.

About the role

We're looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Quality team at Waitematā Brewery on a 9-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a 2nd or 3rd year university student studying Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you'll support the brewery's quality programme by carrying out laboratory testing, assisting with quality control activities, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work alongside experienced professionals while applying your studies in a practical setting and building valuable industry experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Performing accurate and timely laboratory testing and analysis
• Supporting quality control activities across the brewery
• Maintaining laboratory records and ensuring data accuracy
• Following laboratory, quality and food safety procedures
• Supporting the Heineken Laboratory Star System (LSS)
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Actively promoting and supporting a safe working environment
• Working collaboratively with brewing, packaging and quality teams

What you’ll bring

• Currently studying towards a degree in Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field
• Ideally in your 2nd or 3rd year of study
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A genuine interest in quality, food production, and laboratory work
• The ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous laboratory experience through coursework, research projects, or part-time employment is advantageous but not essential

Please note: We are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies for this role.