Laboratory Technician - (Maternity Leave cover)

Independent Petroleum Laboratory; Ruakaka; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible working environment

KiwiSaver contributions

Structured training and progression

Life insurance

Team environment

Job summary

Independent Petroleum Laboratory at Ruakaka, North Island, NZ, is offering a Laboratory Technician role (Maternity Leave cover). Based on the Channel Infrastructure site, you will support petrochemical testing and ensure testing and QA compliance across fuel samples.

You will contribute to safety and quality systems, handle Labware/LIMS tasks, and work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced infrastructure environment during a maternity cover period.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Chemistry or related field such as BSc or NZCS.
• Experience with Labware or other recognised LIMS.
• Ability to adapt to multiple priorities and work in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Uphold testing standards for hydrocarbon samples and run quality control checks.
• Conduct laboratory testing and support analytical services for transport fuel samples.
• Work with safety procedures and established laboratory protocols.

Skills

Fuels testing experience

Team player

Education

BSc or NZCS or equivalent

Tools

Labware

LIMS

Job description

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Laboratory Technician - (Maternity Leave cover)

Independent Petroleum Laboratory – Ruakaka, North Island

IPL is a critical supporting function within the broader fuel supply chain at Channel Infrastructure, NZ's largest fuel import terminal. IPL thrive on the challenging and precise work we undertake, specialising in Petrochemical Testing. While employed by IPL, you will be based at the Channel Infrastructure site in the beautiful Te Tai Tokerau (Marsden Point) and work closely with our operational and technical teams. Your opportunity as a Laboratory Technician, is exposure to large scale infrastructure operations while remaining part of a New Zealand unique independent, specialist laboratory organisation.

We are IANZ accredited to ISO17025, taking pride in our Quality Management systems and our commitment to ensuring everyone goes home safely every day. This role encompasses a wide range of laboratory testing and support functions for analysing transport fuel samples.

The Opportunity:

You’re the Kaitiaki of upholding the standards for testing Hydrocarbon based samples and ensuring equipment is functioning through quality control checks. Playing a key role in delivering high‑quality laboratory testing and analytical services, you ensure all work is carried out in accordance with safety standards, quality requirements, and established procedures.

How you’ll make an impact:

• A strong Safety and Quality focus
• A great team player with significant fuels testing experience
• Qualifications in Chemistry or related fields eg BSc, NZCS or equivalent is preferred
• Experience with Labware or other recognised LIMS.
• Understanding and be comfortable working with multiple and changing priorities
• Flexible and adaptive team player

What we offer our people:

• Competitive salary package that reflects your technical expertise and experience
• Flexible working environment that supports work–life balance while meeting laboratory and operational requirements
• Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions to support your long‑term financial wellbeing
• Structured training and progression pathway, ideal for building a long‑term career in laboratory and petroleum testing
• Life insurance cover for added peace of mind
• Opportunity to work with a great Team in a science‑driven laboratory known for quality, integrity, and customer service

Why our team love it here:

• Being part of a growing, future focused infrastructure environment
• Enjoy the professional support and development working within the IPL team
• Gain exposure to complex operations, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work in a safety‑driven culture where technical expertise is valued

We understand that neurodiversity is important for a positive and thriving workplace. Our job is to discover and support your strengths through a recruitment process that ensures psychological safety. If a typical recruitment process doesn’t bring out your best, let us know. We want you to shine, not shy away.