Medical Laboratory Technician - Biochemistry - Wellington
Awanui Group
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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Medical Laboratory Technician – Biochemistry
Permanent, Full-time
Wellington
Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we’re proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.
About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Our Biochemistry Department is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and capable Medical Laboratory Technician to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time role of 80 hours per fortnight, rostered and rotating across a variety of 8 hour shifts covering a 24/7 roster pattern. Please note this includes night and weekend shifts as required.
In these roles, you will play a key part in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the department. Working collaboratively with a supportive and skilled team, you will carry out a range of medical laboratory technician duties that contribute directly to high-quality patient care. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy teamwork, take pride in their work, and are keen to grow within a dynamic laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
To be successful in this role:
What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
Our three core values guide us in achieving an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a difference.
Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning and Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.
If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'
Application closes 3 June 2026
Permanent, Full-time
Wellington
Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we’re proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.
About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Our Biochemistry Department is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and capable Medical Laboratory Technician to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time role of 80 hours per fortnight, rostered and rotating across a variety of 8 hour shifts covering a 24/7 roster pattern. Please note this includes night and weekend shifts as required.
In these roles, you will play a key part in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the department. Working collaboratively with a supportive and skilled team, you will carry out a range of medical laboratory technician duties that contribute directly to high-quality patient care. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy teamwork, take pride in their work, and are keen to grow within a dynamic laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse blood samples following established biochemistry protocols and procedures.
- Report results in line with quality standards and client specifications.
- Ensure timely turnaround of results while upholding quality and technical standards.
- Contribute to quality control, operational improvements, and efficiency initiatives within the biochemistry team.
To be successful in this role:
- The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
- A team focus with initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and possess the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Sound knowledge of laboratory operations including, safety, quality assurance processes, operation of equipment and hands-on practical experience.
- Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand under the scope of Medical Laboratory Technician and a current Annual Practicing Certificate is desirable.
- Available to work rostered and rotating nights, weekends and evenings. Please note these hours attract penal rates.
- Current eligibility to work in New Zealand.
What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
Our three core values guide us in achieving an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a difference.
- Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve.
- Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.
- Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.
Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning and Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.
If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'
Application closes 3 June 2026
About the company
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Awanui is the new name of APHG. Same great people, same great service. Different name.
Awanui is Aoteaora New Zealand's leading human and veterinary pathology network.
Awanui provides these services through Northland Pathology, Labtests Auckland, Taranaki Pathology Services, Southern Community Laboratories, Wellington SCL, Medlab South & Gribbles Veterinary Pathology.
With 25 laboratories, 2,100 staff and over 150 collection centres throughout Aotearoa, we interact with over 25,000 people in our communities everyday.