About Us
Every day our experienced team of 1800+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and 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.
AsureQuality's innovative methodologies and superior delivery systems place our laboratories amongst the best in the world. Many of our scientists are internationally acclaimed leaders in their field.
We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
Position of Laboratory Technician - Extraction Team Available!
The Opportunity
AsureQuality is looking for a laboratory technician to join the Extraction team. The role involves testing a wide range of matrices for Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines.
This is a fabulous opportunity for people to start and deepen their career in chemistry through receipt and handling of samples and performing a range of extraction techniques. Full training is provided on the job, including quality compliance with ISO 17025 and safety measures to ensure the job is done reliably and safely according to the WorkSafe Act 2015.
The Wellington AsureQuality laboratory is a fast-paced work environment requiring collaboration and teamwork. Our ideal candidates will have great attention to detail, communication skills, with previous experience in a similar quality controlled working environment being a plus.
The opportunity is for a full time contract working in the Extraction team, with potential to deepen your knowledge in other areas of the lab further on. If you’re passionate about science, keen to expand your skills in a commercial laboratory setting and motivated to contribute to the safety of food for New Zealanders and global communities, we encourage you to apply!
About You
To be successful in the role you will require:
It would be advantageous if you also have:
If you are looking to grow your laboratory career within a supportive and purpose-driven environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply online today and become part of a team helping shape a better food world for Aotearoa.
Helping Aotearoa shape a better food world - Join us today!

As Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, we work with care and passion to support Aotearoa’s primary industry and food producers. Working closely with our partners, at every point of their supply chains, sharing the knowledge and insights gained from over 100 years’ experience.
Everyday our experienced team of over 1700 people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety.
Owned by the New Zealand Government, our name helps inspire confidence. We deliver independence of the highest integrity. Helping Aotearoa uphold a higher standard in food as our partners proudly take their products to the world. We are proud to work with them to help build and protect this enduring trust in food.
We have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from. Collaborating, sharing knowledge, resources and skills so that everyone benefits – not just in the immediate future, but for generations to come.
We offer workplace flexibility, employment benefits and are committed to attracting, developing and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
If helping Aotearoa shape a better food world inspires and motivates you - join us today!