Laboratory Technician

2 months ago


New Plymouth, New Zealand New Plymouth District Council Full time

Ko wai mātou Who are we
Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te āheinga The opportunity
Are you passionate about maintaining high standards in laboratory practices?
Do you have experience in chemical and microbiological testing?
The New Plymouth District Council is looking for a skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team for a 1-year parental leave cover, starting on the 3rd of February 2025.
Tino takohanga Key responsibilities
Laboratory testing and reporting results in a timely manner to allow changes to be made to the plant processes
Recognise and inform operations of results that are trending negatively, are non-compliant or unusual
Make chemicals for laboratory, plant and aquatic centres
Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to fix/understand variances/anomalies
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the principles and practices of IANZ accreditation
Analyse project and trial samples for NPDC Project Managers and consultants as required
Quality assurance - participate in both internal and external audits
Identify laboratory hazards
Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako Essential skills and experience
A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. NZCS)
Some knowledge of process plant operations
Knowledge of health and safety legislation
Understanding in laboratory quality control/systems
Computer literacy
Driver’s licence
Experience operating an ion chromat or ICP-OES would be an advantage
He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it’s easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions’ dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live
Ōu mātou rourou What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this fixed term full-time role with us on $75,501.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you
Applications close 11th November 2024



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