Biosecurity Field Officer

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, New Zealand AsureQuality Full time

**Company Description**
Everyday our experienced team of 1700+ people work alongside others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety.

We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be.
**Job Description** The opportunity / He angitūtanga**:
National Invasive Ant Surveillance (NIAS) Programme

AsureQuality's Biosecurity team are looking for people in the Christchurch region to help deliver services that protect New Zealand against exotic pests and disease incursions.

**Dates of work**: Starting 5th January 2026 (likely work for 2-3 months), with a one day training to be provided on 10 December 2025.

**Pay**: $26.24 per hour + 8% holiday pay

**Location**: You will be working throughout the Christchurch region, starting your day at our Lab based in Burnside.

This **casual**role will involve varying hours. This means the hours could be anything from 0 to 40 hours per week. Can only be worked during daylight hours, as these roles involve working outdoors.

In this role you will
- Deliver biosecurity surveillance & response field services for the National Invasive Ant Surveillance programme (NIAS).
- Work in a team of 2 to undertake site inspections, trapping/surveillance work, data recording and sample handling looking for exotic ants at high-risk sites such as seaports, airports & transitional facilities.
- Potentially help out other Biosecurity teams with Fruit Fly Surveillance, Pest plant control and Ecological restoration programmes.
- Respect mātauranga (understanding) Māori and local tikanga (culture) and encourage their practice in our roles

**About you / He kōrero mōu**:
To be considered for this role you will
- Be physically fit and able to walk for long periods of time.
- Able to commit to work hours at short notice (we often give 1-7 days notice for upcoming work hours, due to the nature of the work).
- Good verbal & written communication skills.
- Able to use phone apps and computer technology.
- Respect for Te Reo me ona tikanga Maori and other cultures.
- Can-do attitude and a great work ethic.
- Previous experience in Biosecurity is highly desirable but not essential.
- A full, clean New Zealand drivers licence is desired but not essential.

Join us and play a hands-on role in protecting Aotearoa’s unique environment from invasive species. Your work will directly help safeguard our biodiversity, communities, and primary industries.

Be part of a passionate team making a real difference as Kaitiaki Kai — guardians of our land and food.

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