Operations Lead Science & Technology Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Quality Team Leader

at Private Advertiser

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

We are looking for an experienced and motivated quality assurance professional.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Product Development/Compliance Technologist

at Richmond Foods Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$75,000 – $80,000 per year

Permanent - Full-time Salaried position
Challenging
Scope for growth within the business

Permanent - Full-time Salaried position
Challenging
Scope for growth within the business

Are you a food science professional with 2+ years of industry experience, looking for a role that offers more than just a daily checklist?

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed eleven days ago

Operations & Systems Manager

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Excellent benefits and flexible work options

Hands on leadership role blending delivery and people leadership, owning systems, data and processes behind high impact livestock breeding.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Quality Team Leader

at Private Advertiser

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

We are looking for an experienced and motivated quality assurance professional.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Regional Food Safety Business Partner

at Logistics & Transport Recruitment Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$100,000 – $125,000 per year

Lead food safety excellence for this growth organisation and witness your input make a real difference.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed four days ago

Laboratory Manager

at The Bottling Company Ltd

This is a Full time job

Riverlands, Marlborough

Seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee operations, lead staff, and maintain high standards.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Health, Safety & Facilities Manager

at Team Orange Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Own & build a world-class H&S system within cutting edge deep-tech
Work at the forefront of NZ energy innovation
Competitive Salary and ESOP Scheme Offered

Own & build a world-class H&S system within cutting edge deep-tech
Work at the forefront of NZ energy innovation
Competitive Salary and ESOP Scheme Offered

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced H&S leader to own safety systems and lab operations for a high‑growth energy startup.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed five days ago

New Product Development Lead

at Prolife Foods Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Lead the NPD team in brands the Kiwis love.
Your leadership will help shape the future success of the NPD Team
Your ideas will be valued and impact of your output will be visible

Lead the NPD team in brands the Kiwis love.
Your leadership will help shape the future success of the NPD Team
Your ideas will be valued and impact of your output will be visible

We are seeking an NPD Lead to guide our talented team in developing exciting new products across our NZ, AU, Honey and International operations.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Technician – Food Science - School of Chemical Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$73,400 – $86,403 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration, and making things run seamlessly

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Technical Manager

at Aquaculture New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Aquaculture New Zealand is looking for an experienced Technical Manager to help shape the future of Aotearoa’s aquaculture sector.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

IWS Process Lead

at Griffin's Snacks

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Great opportunity to work in continuous improvement environment
Great team culture and learning and development opportunity
Cafeteria onsite with plenty of snacks on hand

Great opportunity to work in continuous improvement environment
Great team culture and learning and development opportunity
Cafeteria onsite with plenty of snacks on hand

Seeking a recent Engineering Graduate to join our team

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Health, Safety & Facilities Manager

at Team Orange Limited

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Own & build a world-class H&S system & culture within cutting edge deep-tech sta
Work at the forefront of NZ energy innovation
Competitive Salary and ESOP Scheme Offered

Own & build a world-class H&S system & culture within cutting edge deep-tech sta
Work at the forefront of NZ energy innovation
Competitive Salary and ESOP Scheme Offered

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced H&S leader to own safety systems and lab operations for a high‑growth energy startup.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Breeding Manager

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work options and great benefits.

Lead LIC’s Breeding team delivering high‑impact genetics, strong breeder partnerships, and elite bulls for NZ farmers’ future herds.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Product Development/Compliance Technologist

at Richmond Foods Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$75,000 – $80,000 per year

Permanent - Full-time Salaried position
Challenging
Scope for growth within the business

Permanent - Full-time Salaried position
Challenging
Scope for growth within the business

Are you a food science professional with 2+ years of industry experience, looking for a role that offers more than just a daily checklist?

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Animal Production Specialist - Virtual Fencing

at Gallagher

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Bridge farming and tech. Drive real-world trials, shape animal welfare insights, and help transform livestock management with eShepherd!

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Innovation Project Manager

at Lion New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Product Allowance, 10% Bonus, Hybrid flexibility

Lead cross‑functional teams through the full innovation lifecycle
Turn big ideas into commercially successful products.
High‑impact role with visibility across brand, supply and exec teams.

Lead cross‑functional teams through the full innovation lifecycle
Turn big ideas into commercially successful products.
High‑impact role with visibility across brand, supply and exec teams.

Shape the future of Steinlager and Speight’s, turning consumer insight into iconic beverages delivered from idea to shelf.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Quality Coordinator

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Quality Coordinator position at Eurofins in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on ISO/IEC 17025 Quality Management System.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Validation Lab Manager

at Navico Group

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Oversee day-to-day operations of the validation laboratory facilities and team, ensuring seamless integration with teams and execution of test plans.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

24d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Water Information Advisor

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$75,650 – $89,000 per year

Collaborative work environment alongside a motivated team
Extra annual leave and superannuation after 3 years
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

Collaborative work environment alongside a motivated team
Extra annual leave and superannuation after 3 years
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

We are looking for a Water Information Advisor to join our Environmental Information team.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twenty days ago

National Food Safety Coordinator

at Bidfood

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Own your space across customer complaints, recalls, product data, and compliance
Strong systems, clear processes, and supportive leadership
A national role with variety, impact, and room to grow

Own your space across customer complaints, recalls, product data, and compliance
Strong systems, clear processes, and supportive leadership
A national role with variety, impact, and room to grow

Key national food safety role supporting compliance, complaints, recalls, and product data. Great systems, leadership, and strong growth potential.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Laboratory Quality Manager

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Laboratory Quality Manager position at Eurofins in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and quality management.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

Process Technologist

at Vetlab New Zealand Operations Limited

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland

This role provides critical technical support to Production, QA, and QC, while driving process improvement, validation, and new product introduction.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

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