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.

About the Role:

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 flexible start and finish times to suit your lifestyle.

Your role will responsible for preparation and testing of bovine tissue, blood and semen samples for Animal Health testing. Alongside this you will maintain the operation of the laboratory within the required ISO standards, including but not limited to the maintenance and calibration of the laboratory equipment. Your key focus will include:

• Preparation and testing of Bovine tissue, milk, blood and semen samples for PCR and ELISA testing in the Animal Health Laboratory

• Accurately reporting results in a timely manner

• Maintaining lab equipment and assisting with calibrations

• Implementation and maintenance of ISO 17025 quality standards for all laboratory practices

• Using your knowledge and experience to mentor and support colleagues

Your role will be responsible for:

• Preparation of a range of Bovine and Caprine samples for testing in our Animal Health 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

About You:

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

About Us:

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.