Experienced Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. With about 55,000 staff in more than 900 sites across 50 countries, Eurofins believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. Thanks to its decentralized structure and very strong growth, Eurofins provides unparalleled career opportunities for leaders and professionals who want to join a fast paced environment and grow their responsibilities quickly, in Australia, New Zealand or overseas.

Eurofins Food and Water Testing New Zealand provides range of class leading food, water, plant, soil and  fertilizer testing, as well as horticultural services, auditing and technical solutions, primarily to the New Zealand market. With a staff of over 350 we operate laboratories in Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Christchurch, Dunedin, Taupo, Hastings, Queenstown, and Invercargill. We specialise in all Food types, Plants, Soils, Fertilizers, Potable Water, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Surface Water, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater. 

We are currently seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician to join our Auckland Chemistry Department in a permanent full-time role, working Sunday to Thursday. 

Key accountabilities include:-

• Perform sample preparation techniques such as aliquoting, spiking, and tracing samples
• Prepare reagents, concentrations, and other necessary solutions for laboratory analysis
• Operate and maintain various laboratory equipment and instruments
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment
• Assist in inventory management and restocking of laboratory supplies
• Collaborate with other laboratory staff to support ongoing projects and experiments
• Adhere to all safety protocols and standard operating procedures

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience are preferred.

Experience:

• Previous lab experience of atleast 2 years required.
• Experience with gravimetric methods such as Fats, protein, moisture and ICP OES.
• Experience in appropriate technical disciplines and quality management systems is preferred.
• Experience with calibration preferred. 

Attributes:

• Client service focus;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Highly motivated;
• Proven organisational skills;
• Professional attitude;
• Safety conscious;
• Ability to follow procedures;
• Ability to problem solve.

All candidate CV's and cover letter's will be reviewed, however please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.  

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.