Water Quality Microbiologist - Training & Growth

Watercare Services Limited; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Life and income protection insurance

Generous parental leave

Employee discounts at large retailers

Flexible working

Job summary

Watercare is seeking a Microbiologist in Auckland to act as a trusted authority on water quality, ensuring public and environmental health. You will perform standard microbiology methods on samples from drinking water, pools, lakes, beaches, and wastewater facilities.

Day-to-day duties include recording and reporting results, preparing media, quality control and audits, maintaining equipment, and supporting continuous improvement by refining lab processes and training teammates.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Microbiology or a related field is required.
• Experience in an IANZ-accredited routine testing laboratory is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.

Responsibilities

• Record and report test results accurately and promptly.
• Prepare media and reagents for tests.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and perform QC activities.
• Support continuous improvement by refining lab processes and training teammates.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Molecular biology

Microscopy

Data analysis

Laboratory safety procedures

Quality control

Education

Tertiary qualification in Microbiology or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Watercare is seeking a Microbiologist in Auckland to act as a trusted authority on water quality, ensuring public and environmental health. You will perform standard microbiology methods on samples from drinking water, pools, lakes, beaches, and wastewater facilities.

Day-to-day duties include recording and reporting results, preparing media, quality control and audits, maintaining equipment, and supporting continuous improvement by refining lab processes and training teammates.