Water Sampling & Laboratory Technician

Eurofins; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins in Queenstown seeks a Sampling Technician to collect water and environmental samples across Central Otago, including field work and on-site measurements. You will support laboratory testing and coordinate sampling with customers to meet technical requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a NZ qualification in Laboratory Techniques or substantial lab experience, with a clean NZ driver’s licence and strong communication skills. Safety, accuracy and Lean principles are essential.

Qualifications

• A Certificate or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques, or equivalent qualification; or significant laboratory experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to structure thoughts clearly and logically.
• Strong attention to detail and highly organised with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out the day’s sampling programme across Central Otago to maximise efficiency and minimise travel.
• Maintain courteous, professional interactions with the public and clients, providing information as needed.
• Collect samples with care to prevent contamination and perform required on-site measurements.
• Accurately record time, location and measurements.
• Work in accordance with Quality and Procedures manuals.
• Plan and conduct analyses to meet customer expectations.
• Process samples within regulatory time/temperature limits and assist with lab analyses as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Multi-tasking

Sampling planning

Customer liaison

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques

Significant laboratory experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Eurofins in Queenstown seeks a Sampling Technician to collect water and environmental samples across Central Otago, including field work and on-site measurements. You will support laboratory testing and coordinate sampling with customers to meet technical requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a NZ qualification in Laboratory Techniques or substantial lab experience, with a clean NZ driver’s licence and strong communication skills. Safety, accuracy and Lean principles are essential.