Senior Lab Support Technician – Specimen & LIMS

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI); Auckland; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional MPI leave days

Annual Wellness payment

Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare

Job summary

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in Auckland seeks a Senior Technician Laboratory Support to provide specimen reception and lab support for the PHEL group. You will receive and accession samples, maintain records in LIMS, manage consumables and assist with equipment maintenance and quality activities.

The role requires a science qualification, lab experience, strong organisation, and good communication. It may involve emergency response support and occasional after-hours work.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in science (e.g. BSc) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working in a laboratory, technical or operational environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using computer systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and improving ways of working.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession and distribute laboratory samples in accordance with procedures.
• Maintain accurate records within LIMS and associated systems.
• Support sample logistics, including transfers, permits and subcontracted testing.
• Manage laboratory consumables and assist with procurement activities.
• Support laboratory equipment servicing, calibration and maintenance.
• Assist with quality, accreditation, document control, biosafety and health and safety requirements.
• Provide operational support during biosecurity responses and emergencies.

Skills

Lab experience

Organisational skills

Record keeping

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

LIMS experience

ISO17025 knowledge

Education

BSc or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Laboratory equipment

Procurement systems

Job description

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in Auckland seeks a Senior Technician Laboratory Support to provide specimen reception and lab support for the PHEL group. You will receive and accession samples, maintain records in LIMS, manage consumables and assist with equipment maintenance and quality activities.

The role requires a science qualification, lab experience, strong organisation, and good communication. It may involve emergency response support and occasional after-hours work.