Microbiologist

Watercare Services Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watercare Services Limited in Waikato is seeking a Microbiologist to apply standard water microbiology methods on samples from drinking water, pools, lakes and wastewater facilities, ensuring reliable results and public health protection.

Daily tasks include recording results, preparing media, quality control, maintaining equipment, and supporting process improvements and staff training.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience in an IANZ accredited routine testing laboratory.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to strict protocols.

Responsibilities

• Recording and reporting test results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Preparing media/reagents.
• Quality control and quality assurance, including audits.
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment.
• Supporting continuous improvement and training teammates.

Skills

Microbiology

Bacterial culturing

Molecular biology

Microscopy

Data analysis

Education

Tertiary qualification in Microbiology

Job description

He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata

When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy

There's never been a better time to join Watercare. We're delivering a $15.2 billion, 10-year capital investment programme, the largest in our history, creating opportunities to work on transformative infrastructure, sustainability and digital projects that will shape Auckland's future. With more than $4 million invested every day, you'll be part of work that makes a lasting difference to our communities and environment.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role

As a Microbiologist, you will be a trusted authority on water quality, providing assurance that enhances public & environmental health. Your mahi will largely focus on performing standard water microbiology methods on samples from various sources, including municipal drinking water supplies, swimming pools, lakes, and beaches, and wastewater treatment facilities.

Day To Day You Can Expect To Work On

• Recording and reporting test results accurately and in a timely manner


• Preparing media/reagents


• Quality control and quality assurance, including resolution of quality cases and internal and external audits


• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment


• Supporting continuous improvement efforts by improving laboratory processes, implementing new methods and training other team members.

The role is Monday – Friday, 9-5.30pm. The occasional weekend work is required, 1 weekend every 3 weeks).

Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you

To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related field, with experience in a IANZ accredited routine testing laboratory.

We Will Also Be Looking For Proven Experience With

• A range of microbiology techniques including bacterial culturing, molecular biology, microscopy, and data analysis


• Laboratory safety procedures and biosecurity protocols, with a focus on risk assessment and management to ensure safe and effective laboratory practices


• Troubleshooting technical problems and identify trends


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow strict protocols and procedures.

Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you

We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including:

• Training and development opportunities


• Life and income protection insurance plans


• Generous parental leave


• Employee discounts at a range of large retailers