Drilling Operator Science & Technology Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Quality Control Laboratory Technician

at New Zealand Pharmaceuticals

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Southern Cross Health Insurance
Life Insurance & Income Protection

Southern Cross Health Insurance
Life Insurance & Income Protection

We seek committed Chemistry Technicians on our Afternoon Shift (2:30PM - 11:00PM)

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Tour Guide | Dark Sky Project

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Lake Tekapo, Canterbury

$29.00 - $31.00 per hour + Medical Insurance

Guide visitors under some of the world’s darkest night skies
Share science, culture, and storytelling in a world‑class setting
Enjoy a Great Remuneration Package

Guide visitors under some of the world’s darkest night skies
Share science, culture, and storytelling in a world‑class setting
Enjoy a Great Remuneration Package

Join Dark Sky Project as a Tour Guide in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, sharing science, culture and wonder under the stars.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed one day ago

Laboratory Technician

at COLAS Limited

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

$28 – $34 per hour

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work in a laboratory that tests asphalt road surfacing material.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Bakels Edible Oils (N.Z.) Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Be part of a trusted Kiwi company
Grow your career in a hands-on lab role
Enjoy great benefits including subsidised health insurance, free product & super

Be part of a trusted Kiwi company
Grow your career in a hands-on lab role
Enjoy great benefits including subsidised health insurance, free product & super

Join us as a Laboratory Technician and ensure top-quality products through precise testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Trainee Laboratory Technician

at Stevenson

This is a Full time job

Drury, Auckland

Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
We make it a priority to invest in our people
Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits

Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
We make it a priority to invest in our people
Life Insurance, discount fuel card + many other benefits

Hands on trainee role learning lab testing of construction materials, working to IANZ standards with training, teamwork, and a strong safety culture

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

at New Zealand Pharmaceuticals

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Southern Cross Health Insurance
Life Insurance & Income Protection

Southern Cross Health Insurance
Life Insurance & Income Protection

We seek committed Chemistry Technicians on our Afternoon Shift (2:30PM - 11:00PM)

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Soils / Triaxial Testing Technician

at Geotechnics Ltd

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

Operate triaxial testing equipment, prepare soil/rock samples & analyse data
Join an established and growing organisation
Full-time, permanent role with long-term stability

Operate triaxial testing equipment, prepare soil/rock samples & analyse data
Join an established and growing organisation
Full-time, permanent role with long-term stability

Ready to get hands-on and build your career in testing? We’re

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed two days ago

Junior Consultant

at All Clear Group NZ

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland

Salary + Company Vehicle, Fuel Card and iPhone

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Are you looking to kick-start or grow your career in environmental science? Join our Auckland-based team and allow your work to make a real impact.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Quality Control Specialist - GMP Laboratory

at AQUI-S NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Convenient Lower Hutt location
NZ company, global supplier
Well established and successful business

Convenient Lower Hutt location
NZ company, global supplier
Well established and successful business

Join a successful New Zealand owned business manufacturing veterinary medicines.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Dispatch Driver/ Water Sampler

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Dispatch Driver/ Water Sampler position at Eurofins in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on collecting water samples and liaising with customers.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mobile Laboratory Technician

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Full time job

Mcleans Island, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Play a hands‑on role in the quality and performance of roads and pavements
Build a unique early‑career pathway within a leading infrastructure business
Work in diverse locations, from worksites to mobile laboratories

Play a hands‑on role in the quality and performance of roads and pavements
Build a unique early‑career pathway within a leading infrastructure business
Work in diverse locations, from worksites to mobile laboratories

Enjoy variety? This Mobile Lab Tech role offers diverse projects, travel, and changing work environments across NZ and the Pacific.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Field Technician - Christchurch

at Geotechnics Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We support you to pave a career path
Collaborative Culture and Purpose‑Driven Work
We love a good laugh and there’s always plenty of good food to share!"

We support you to pave a career path
Collaborative Culture and Purpose‑Driven Work
We love a good laugh and there’s always plenty of good food to share!"

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Geotechnics team in Christchurch!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Laboratory and Field Technician - Wellington

at Tonkin & Taylor Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

We support you to pave a career path that caters to your ambitions
An inclusive company culture and supportive leadership team
We love a good laugh, and delicious food in the office are abundant

We support you to pave a career path that caters to your ambitions
An inclusive company culture and supportive leadership team
We love a good laugh, and delicious food in the office are abundant

Keen to up your skills in the geotechnical field and lab work?

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Materials Testing Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Judgeford, Wellington

Practical lab role testing materials used in real building environments
Join BRANZ and work with advanced testing facilities
For practical lab candidates ready to step up and build specialist capability

Practical lab role testing materials used in real building environments
Join BRANZ and work with advanced testing facilities
For practical lab candidates ready to step up and build specialist capability

Hands-on materials testing role supporting safer, smarter buildings across NZ

Recruited byBelinda McKenzie

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Optical Technician

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Astronomical Science
High-Precision Manufacturing
Technical Growth

Astronomical Science
High-Precision Manufacturing
Technical Growth

Join a world-class organisation as an Optical Technician. Precision manufacturing for the international astronomical science community.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at ALS Industrial - Tribology

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Perform chemical and physical testing using specialised laboratory equipment.
Record and manage sample data accurately within LIMS, following QA/QC standards.
Join a supportive team with strong development and internal career opportunities

Perform chemical and physical testing using specialised laboratory equipment.
Record and manage sample data accurately within LIMS, following QA/QC standards.
Join a supportive team with strong development and internal career opportunities

This opportunity suits someone with laboratory or production experience, strong attention to detail, and a team‑focused, quality‑driven mindset.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Environmental Officer

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range - $79,091 - $93,048 dependent on exp

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Practical, purpose-driven role
The work you do directly contributes to the health of Napier’s environment
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Practical, purpose-driven role
The work you do directly contributes to the health of Napier’s environment
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Play a hands-on role in protecting Napier’s environment supporting water quality, compliance, and the wellbeing of our community.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Technician - Environment

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Macraes Flat, Otago

Competitive salary, bonuses and private medical

Join a growing international gold mining business.
Competitive salary, bonus and private medical insurance.
Mon-Fri, 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend every other week.

Join a growing international gold mining business.
Competitive salary, bonus and private medical insurance.
Mon-Fri, 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend every other week.

Join the Environment team at New Zealand's largest gold mine, Macraes. Free bus travel to site from Dunedin and enjoy a long weekend every other week!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

28d ago

Listed ten days ago

Experienced Construction Materials Testing Technician - New Zealand

at Coffey Testing Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

One of Australia’s oldest CMT companies with over 65 years’ experience
Relocation Assistance provided to suitable candidates
Opportunities to travel and see more of Australia!

One of Australia’s oldest CMT companies with over 65 years’ experience
Relocation Assistance provided to suitable candidates
Opportunities to travel and see more of Australia!

Looking to take your Construction Materials Testing career to the next level in Australia?

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Sensory Panellist

at Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

This is a Part time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Feel included here
Be inspired here
Grow here

Feel included here
Be inspired here
Grow here

We have exciting opportunities for Sensory Panelists to join our team on a permanent part-time basis.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Part Time Role
Night Shift - Make it flexible for you!
Varied role where you can grow!

Part Time Role
Night Shift - Make it flexible for you!
Varied role where you can grow!

Part-time night shift Laboratory Technician role supporting aggregates, soils, concrete and asphalt testing with full training provided.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Asbestos Assessor | Field Technician

at ALS Life Sciences - Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Conduct asbestos/HAZMAT surveys and air monitoring
Global organisation to grow and develop your career
Full Time Role | Auckland or Hamilton

Conduct asbestos/HAZMAT surveys and air monitoring
Global organisation to grow and develop your career
Full Time Role | Auckland or Hamilton

Hands-on Hazmat Consultant role delivering asbestos, air quality, and environmental testing across varied sites, with strong development opportunities

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

22d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Field Technician (Avocado Sampler)

at Eurofins Regional Service Centre (AU/NZ)

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Field Technician vacancy for the upcoming avocado sampling season running from May - August 2026.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Development Chemist — Protective & Solvent-Borne Coatings

at Index Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$98,000 – $110,000 per year

Senior hands-on coatings role with real product development impact
Broad solvent-borne and protective coatings development scope
Join a growing technical team shaping next-generation coatings

Senior hands-on coatings role with real product development impact
Broad solvent-borne and protective coatings development scope
Join a growing technical team shaping next-generation coatings

Senior coatings chemist role in Auckland. Formulation, testing and scale-up across protective and solvent-borne coating systems.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Production Technician

at OneStaff Palmerston North

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Competitive pay based on experience

Stable full-time night shift role with consistent hours and structured roster
Open to recent graduates in science or related fields
Work in a specialised, high-quality production environment with development

Stable full-time night shift role with consistent hours and structured roster
Open to recent graduates in science or related fields
Work in a specialised, high-quality production environment with development

Develop your technical skills and grow your career with a company committed to excellence and continuous improvement in production processes.

Recruited byEmily Shepherd

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Environmental Scientist or Senior Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land

at e3Scientific Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

e3Scientific are seeking a full-time contaminated land specialist with 5 – 10 years of experience.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23h ago

Listed seven days ago

Research Scientist/Engineer

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$81,709 – $122,564 per year

Develop your interest in undersea sensing capabilities
Work alongside a professional and supportive team
Permanent role based at Devonport Naval Base

Develop your interest in undersea sensing capabilities
Work alongside a professional and supportive team
Permanent role based at Devonport Naval Base

Contribute to research that enhances undersea capabilities, with a focus on acoustic sensing and signal processing

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Draeger

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

+ Bonus + KiwiSaver (AUD)

Culture guided by Trust, Respect, and Social Responsibility
A company that is dedicated to Technology for Life
Global footprint, family owned

Culture guided by Trust, Respect, and Social Responsibility
A company that is dedicated to Technology for Life
Global footprint, family owned

Reach your destination at Draeger – and make a difference. Everything we do, we do with pride and passion – and we do it for Life – literally!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Tour Guide | Dark Sky Project

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Lake Tekapo, Canterbury

$29.00 - $31.00 per hour + Medical Insurance

Guide visitors under some of the world’s darkest night skies
Share science, culture, and storytelling in a world‑class setting
Enjoy a Great Remuneration Package

Guide visitors under some of the world’s darkest night skies
Share science, culture, and storytelling in a world‑class setting
Enjoy a Great Remuneration Package

Join Dark Sky Project as a Tour Guide in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, sharing science, culture and wonder under the stars.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed eight days ago

Laboratory Team Leader

at Goodman Fielder New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Upper Riccarton, Canterbury

Lead team of Lab Technicians at major dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind Meadow Fresh, one of NZs most loved dairy brands
Team Leadership opportunity to scope for progression

Lead team of Lab Technicians at major dairy manufacturing site
Join the team behind Meadow Fresh, one of NZs most loved dairy brands
Team Leadership opportunity to scope for progression

Manage team of Laboratory Technicians delivering food safety, quality & compliance tests for dairy products for domestic & export markets

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Regional Laboratory Manager

at ALS Life Sciences - Environmental

This is a Full time job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Lead regional laboratory operations for quality and performance.
Influence growth and client outcomes through development and engagement.
Shape high-performing teams, driving efficiency, safety and culture.

Lead regional laboratory operations for quality and performance.
Influence growth and client outcomes through development and engagement.
Shape high-performing teams, driving efficiency, safety and culture.

Lead regional laboratory operations, driving quality, safety, people leadership and business growth across ALS Environmental.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

22d ago

Listed two days ago

Technical Officer - Simulation

at The University of Waikato

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Help deliver cutting edge clinical simulation and assessment experiences
Support high stakes OSCEs and innovative health education technologies
Work with simulation technologies and digital assessment platforms

Help deliver cutting edge clinical simulation and assessment experiences
Support high stakes OSCEs and innovative health education technologies
Work with simulation technologies and digital assessment platforms

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Officer (Simulation) to join our Division of Health Technical Team.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

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