Medical Laboratory Technician

Awanui Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Awanui Labs is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician to join the Histology team at Hutt Hospital, Wellington. This fixed-term, part-time role provides 64 hours per fortnight, offering opportunities to contribute to high-quality patient outcomes within a supportive laboratory environment.

The successful candidate will engage in specimen processing, quality control and data entry using LIS, and work both independently at night shifts and as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in histology and immunohistochemistry is desirable.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and an Annual Practising Certificate are essential.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process and store specimens with priority given to urgent samples.
• Organise workload to meet turnaround times and deadlines.
• Perform laboratory procedures per established protocols.
• Operate equipment and conduct routine quality control and maintenance.
• Identify and report equipment or process issues.
• Use LIS to generate worklists and enter data accurately.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Attention to detail

Night shift work

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Registration with Medical Sciences Council of NZ

Annual Practising Certificate

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician – Histology

Fixed Term, Part-time

Hutt Valley, Wellington

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we’re proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

Our Histology Department is currently searching for a dedicated, enthusiastic and competent Medical Laboratory Technician. This is a fixed term, part-time position of 64 hours per fortnight, based at Hutt Hospital.

You will be willing to learn new skills and work well independently as well as part of a team. We are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and friendly, with a strong focus on quality and customer service.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical skills within a supportive laboratory environment while contributing to high-quality patient outcomes. The successful applicant must have a high degree of accuracy and be self-sufficient to excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, process and store specimens correctly, ensuring urgent samples are prioritised.
• Organise and prioritise workload to meet turnaround times and deadlines.
• Perform laboratory procedures in accordance with established protocols.
• Operate laboratory equipment and carry out routine quality control, maintenance and equipment checks.
• Recognise and report equipment or process issues to the appropriate person.
• Use the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to generate worklists and enter data accurately.

About you | He kōrero mōu

• Experience in immunohistochemistry is desirable but not essential
• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
• A team focus with initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to learning new processes and supporting continuous improvement within the laboratory.
• Excellent attention to detail, with good record-keeping skills.
• The ability to work independently, particularly during night-shift hours, while in a supported role.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate is essential.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

If you do not yet have your registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, we will also consider candidates who are in the process of becoming qualified.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:

Our three core values guide us in achieving an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a difference.

• Manaakitanga- We Care for each other and the people we serve.
• Whakapakari- We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.
• Hiranga- We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.

Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, already delivering an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning and Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team,

Application closes 7th October 2026