Eurofins Looking for Sampling Technician at Dunedin Central, Otago Full Time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 61,000 staff across a network of more than 1000 independent companies in over 59 countries and operating more than 940 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.  In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Food and Water Testing New Zealand provides range of class leading food, water, plant, soil and  fertilizer testing, as well as horticultural services and technical solutions, primarily to the New Zealand market. With a staff of over 359 we operate laboratories in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Tauranga. We specialise in all Food types, Plants, Soils, Fertilizers, Potable Water, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Surface Water, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater. 

Job Description

We are currently seeking a  Laboratory / Sampling Technician to join our Dunedin Laboratory in a permanent full-time, Days of work are Tuesday to Saturday shift,  8 hours per day 5 days a week including weekends, additional  hours may be required on some occasions.

Based at our Dunedin Food and Water Testing Laboratory, this is a hands-on role reporting to the Laboratory Manager.  The purpose of the role are in two differentiated areas; Laboratory analysis and collection of samples on a roster basis, this involves collecting and testing water samples from around the  Dunedin and Clutha district including but not limited to domestic taps, pump houses, reservoirs, water mains, rivers, sea, pools and waste treatment plants in an approved manner.

Upon commencement of employment a training plan will be initiated for the Technician. This will include all basic testing tasks appropriate for the work area.  As the Technician develops and becomes more competent and familiar with the Basic Job Responsibilities described below they may be trained in more advanced areas. This will be decided by the Section Supervisor and will be discussed with the Technician as part of their development plan. 

 Reporting to the Laboratory Manager the role will focus on but is not limited to:

To plan and carry out the days sampling programme to make the best use of time and to travel the least distance possible.

To accurately record details relating to time, place and on site measurements

To operate in accordance with the Company’s Quality and Procedures and H&S manuals, ensuring that sample integrity is maintained at all times.

Assisting with other tasks as required

Qualifications

As an important role within Eurofins-ELS the following selection criteria are essential for success:

• Attention to detail, and proficient computer skills are essential
• Tertiary qualification in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience is required.
• Must have a current NZ driver’s license
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Must be available to work weekends
• Desire to continually learn and improve

Additional Information

Experience:

• Practical knowledge of basic microbiological or food handling techniques such as aseptic technique, use of basic laboratory equipment (pipettes, filtration units etc), experience in a production environment, and experience working as a part of a team are all desirable, but can be trained on the job;

Attributes:

• Attention to detail while performing routine or repetitive tasks
• Able to take initiative, and work in a fair and responsible way
• Reliable and flexible, with the ability to work to a rostered shift that may include morning / evening shifts, or at least one weekend day per week.
• Good time management skills are a must, in order to keep up with the pace of a busy production environment
• Act with integrity at all times
• Willing to learn and have a “can-do attitude”
• Able to follow instructions, either verbally directed or from scientific resources and SOPs.
• Can communicate clearly and effectively across multiple teams

All candidate CV’s and cover letter’s will be reviewed, however please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.  

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.