Senior Laboratory Support Technician (Specimen & QA)

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MPI leave days

Wellness payment

Healthcare discounts

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking a Senior Technician Laboratory Support to join the Plant Health and Environment Laboratory (PHEL) in Tamaki, Auckland. This fixed-term, full-time role supports specimen reception, laboratory records, equipment and consumables management, and quality activities to ensure smooth operations.

You'll work as part of a collaborative team, maintain accurate records in LIMS, manage competing priorities and contribute to process improvements.

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.
• The 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 records in LIMS and related laboratory systems.
• Support sample logistics, transfers, permits and subcontracted testing.
• Manage laboratory consumables and assist with procurement.
• Support equipment servicing, calibration and maintenance.
• Assist with quality, accreditation, document control, biosafety and health and safety requirements.
• Provide support to staff on specimen reception processes and laboratory systems.
• Build positive working relationships with staff, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving laboratory processes and systems.
• Provide operational support during biosecurity responses and emergencies.

Skills

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

BSc or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Job description

New Zealand Government is seeking a Senior Technician Laboratory Support to join the Plant Health and Environment Laboratory (PHEL) in Tamaki, Auckland. This fixed-term, full-time role supports specimen reception, laboratory records, equipment and consumables management, and quality activities to ensure smooth operations.

You'll work as part of a collaborative team, maintain accurate records in LIMS, manage competing priorities and contribute to process improvements.