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 are looking for Sample Administrators to join our team for the upcoming peak dairy season that will run from July to January.
Based at Riverlea and reporting to the Sample Administration Team Leader, this role is responsible for receipting and registering laboratory test samples arriving at the Diagnostics Laboratory and contributing to running a profitable commercial laboratory services business.
• Maintaining a high level of health and safety practices
• Helping to maintain ISO 17025 quality standards
• Assisting the Sample Administration Team Leader to maintain adequate throughput levels
• Resolving customer queries
• Helping to organise and maintain efficient storage of samples before analysis
• Working with accuracy to meet all legislative requirements pertaining to laboratory testing and the Quality systems.
In this role you will be part of a supportive team who enjoy the work they do. With a 'can-do' attitude, you'll effectively deliver quality Diagnostics services to our farming customers.
You'll confidently demonstrate:
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with accuracy
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Knowledge and operational experience with ISO 17025 implementation would be advantageous.
• Having knowledge of farming practices would be an advantage, but not essential.
If you'd love to be part of driving the future of the dairy industry in NZ and work with a supportive team - Apply Now !
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.
