Microbiology Media Prep Technician — Growth & Development

Awanui; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

Awanui Veterinary and Scientific in Dunedin is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the microbiology media preparation team. This permanent, full-time role (80 hours per fortnight) offers part-time consideration and a focus on accurate media preparation, sterilisation, and quality documentation.

You will weigh, mix, sterilise, label media and operate autoclaves and related equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and IANZ/MPI requirements.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong computer skills and software literacy essential.
• Willingness to work additional hours when required.
• NZ Restricted or Full Driver’s license is desired.
• Minimum NCEA Biology level 2 is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare microbiological culture media according to documented procedures and specifications.
• Accurately weigh, measure, mix, sterilise, dispense, and label media.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, balances, pH meters, and media preparation equipment.
• Complete batch records, preparation logs, and other quality documentation accurately.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management of media components and laboratory consumables.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Under pressure performance

Enthusiasm

Education

NCEA Biology level 2

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Job description

Awanui Veterinary and Scientific in Dunedin is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the microbiology media preparation team. This permanent, full-time role (80 hours per fortnight) offers part-time consideration and a focus on accurate media preparation, sterilisation, and quality documentation.

You will weigh, mix, sterilise, label media and operate autoclaves and related equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and IANZ/MPI requirements.