LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that’s been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand’s dairy sector for more than 115 years. We’re focused on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day.
As a proud generational co-operative, we’re here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future. And none of it happens without our people. Whether on farm, in the lab, or behind the scenes, every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed.
We're looking for Laboratory Technician to join our GeneMark Lab Team, for a fixed term of 12 months, to provide parental leave cover. Your role will be part of the Operations and Service Group and will report to the Team Leader.
Our ideal candidates will have experience in a commercial laboratory under their belt to bring some additional depth to our team. In return for your experience, we will offer you opportunities to further advance your career.
The role is based in Riverlea, where there is free onsite parking. We also offer flexible working hours and are more than happy to discuss start and finish times to suit your lifestyle.
Preparation of a range of Bovine and Caprine samples for testing in our GeneMark Laboratory
Reporting on results
Implementation and maintenance of ISO 17025 quality standards for all laboratory practices
Using your knowledge and experience to mentor and support colleagues
We are looking for someone who:
Has at least 2 years’ experience working in a commercial laboratory
Is experienced in PCR and ELISA testing
Possesses experience or understanding of the farming environment
Is agile, flexible, resilient and collaborative
At LIC we believe in constant improvement, never settling and always striving for greatness. We know little improvements can add up to huge gains for our customers, and for our country. We value NZ primary industries and will do whatever it takes to support and grow our farmer community. We're down to earth and we're a diverse bunch - a mix of super smart scientists, veterinarians, farmers, salespeople and clever marketing folk. We are inclusive and count ourselves lucky to have people from all backgrounds working with us.
We offer great employee benefits - extra leave days per year, family leave for new parents, discounted insurance, employee shares scheme, mental health & well-being program, internal training programmes and an employee assistance programme to name but a few!
If you’re after a rewarding and social career with people who embrace our company values of Integrity, Innovation, Spirit of Co-Operation, In-tune and Passion, then we would consider ourselves lucky to welcome you on-board.
LIC is an agritech and herd improvement co-operative which empowers livestock farmers through the delivery of superior genetics and technology.
Headquartered at Newstead, Hamilton, we’ve got more than 800 staff based around New Zealand with offices also located in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Australia.
We believe there’s always room for improvement and are one of New Zealand’s largest private investors in Research & Development, at more than 5% of revenue – well above the 1% NZ primary sector average.
Our innovation led-growth strategy has an ongoing focus on the core NZ dairy industry and puts our farmers at its heart.
Find out more www.lic.co.nz.
