Entry Level Laboratory Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

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Entry Level Graduate Roles | Annual Salary Review - NZ

This is a Full time job

Full-time graduate opportunity
Comprehensive training and mentorship to fast track to management
Competitive salary with WFH flexibility

As the largest graduate consultancy firm, ProForce Australia offers graduates exciting opportunities to fast-track their professional careers.

subClassification: Recruitment - AgencyRecruitment - Agency classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

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Laboratory Technician Ink Industry

at Flint Group NZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$60,000 – $75,000 per year

Outstanding Opportunity for Chemistry Graduate to work for a World Leading supplier to the Packaging and Printing Industry based in Auckland.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Featured

Listed eleven days ago

Entry Level Graduate Roles | Annual Salary Review - NZ

at Proforce

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Full-time graduate opportunity
Comprehensive training and mentorship to fast track to management
Competitive salary with WFH flexibility

As the largest graduate consultancy firm, ProForce Australia offers graduates exciting opportunities to fast-track their professional careers.

subClassification: Recruitment - AgencyRecruitment - Agency classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

11d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Intern Lab Assistant

at Neocrete Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parnell, Auckland

$29 per hour

Hands-on lab internship testing concrete and contributing to innovative low-carbon concrete innovation.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Production Assistant – Meat Works based role

at Auckland BioSciences

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$27 per hour

Job Type: Casual Pay: $27.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday (hours may differ due to casual position)

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician

at ALS Life Sciences - Environmental

This is a Part time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Receive, register and track environmental samples.
Prepare and process samples for laboratory analysis.
Maintain quality, safety and accurate laboratory records.

Casual laboratory role receiving, processing and preparing environmental samples while supporting quality, safety and efficient lab operations.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Operations Cadet

at DGM

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Get mentored by industry experts and gain specialised qualifications.
Dynamic, varied work: office, warehouse, and on-site consulting.
Fast-growing company with a clear career pathway and supportive team.

This position could suit a University leaver or someone looking for a new exciting career opportunity in a growing Logistics company.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Experienced & Trainee Soil and Concrete Testing Technicians

at Kiwa

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland

Competitive Pay | Career Progression | Benefits

Start fresh or step up - full training or advance your existing CMT skills
Hands-on site & lab work across Auckland's key infrastructure projects
Strong career pathway, competitive pay & backing of the global Kiwa Group

Trainee or experienced CMT Tech? Join major Auckland projects with strong pay, real training & long-term growth.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Sample Receipt / Laboratory Technician

at ALS Life Sciences - Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Receive, inspect and log environmental samples accurately.
Prepare samples for microbiological testing and analysis.
Maintain quality, safety and compliance standards daily.

Part-time fixed-term lab role receiving, logging and preparing environmental samples, supporting microbiology testing and quality compliance.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Analytical Laboratory Technical Assistant - Seasonal

at Pinpoint Hort Lab Services

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Puke, Bay of Plenty

Seasonal role, with immediate start
Be part of a talented and professional team
Free onsite parking

An exciting opportunity to join our innovative and growing Pinpoint team as an Analytical Laboratory Technical Assistant, based in Te Puke!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Lab assistant

at Neocrete Limited

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Help us cut concrete's carbon footprint. A hands-on R&D role for a master's graduate ready to make a real-world impact

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed four days ago

Laboratory Technician Ink Industry

at Flint Group NZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$60,000 – $75,000 per year

Outstanding Opportunity for Chemistry Graduate to work for a World Leading supplier to the Packaging and Printing Industry based in Auckland.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Talent Pool - Internship Opportunities

at Tegel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate + work expereince contributing to meaningful projects
Staff discounts on Tegel products + Internship opportunity
Collaborative and supportive team environment

Ready to take the first step in your career journey?

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Environmental Operator

at Waiū Dairy Limited Partnership

This is a Full time job

Kawerau, Bay of Plenty

$38 – $42 per hour

Hands-on environmental role at our Kawerau site — wastewater plant, sampling and land application. Immediate start, training provided.

subClassification: Natural Resources & WaterNatural Resources & Water classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Laboratory Technician

at Bakels Edible Oils (N.Z.) Ltd

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

Join us as a Laboratory Technician and get stuck into the testing, analysis and detective work that keeps our products on point.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Science Graduate - Pharmaceutical Compounding

at Icon Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Avondale, Auckland

Do you have a head for numbers, and an eye for details? We have your position at our Auckland, NZ pharmaceutical production site!

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19h ago

Listed one day ago

Laboratory Technician – All-rounder

at Awanui Group

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Diverse lab experience across multiple disciplines
Join NZ's largest pathology network
Friendly, high-performing team with growth opportunities

Join Awanui Veterinary & Scientific as a Laboratory Technician, supporting diverse lab disciplines to ensure efficient, high-quality service.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Plant Breeding Technician (2) - Early Career roles

at PGG Wrightson Seeds

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

$65-$75K + health, life & income insurance

Graduates welcomed, salary commensurate with experience
We have a great team - just missing you!
Support the growth and success of New Zealand's agricultural sector.

PGG Wrightson Seeds have two graduate positions available in their Plant Breeding teams. We value people who are curious, reliable, & collaborative.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Medical Laboratory Technician

at Awanui Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

State-of-the-art lab with cutting-edge automated technology.
Career growth with in-house Learning and Development support.
Join a supportive team in New Zealand's largest pathology network.

Join Awanui as a Medical Laboratory Technician in Haematology, performing diagnostic tests in a cutting-edge lab to ensure, accurate patient results.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Product Development Lab Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Ideal for a science graduate or early-career candidate ready to grow
Hands-on laboratory role supporting product development
Start temporary with genuine potential to become permanent and grow

Kick-start your R&D career with hands-on product development, testing and real growth potential.

Recruited byBelinda McKenzie

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Clinical Trial Assistant

at PCRN Trials Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Collaborative team
Opportunities for career development
Play a role in improving health outcomes and advancing medical research

Excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in clinical research

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Graduate - Quality

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Grow towards a technical or operational career
Turn technical data into practical improvements
Learn alongside experienced quarry specialists

Grow your quality career through hands-on quarry learning, expert support and meaningful work that helps build New Zealand.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Operators & Technical Graduates

at Leaft Foods Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Brand-new food manufacturing process
Opportunity to impact the future of food production
Immediate start available

Join the future of food innovation! You'll be at the forefront of groundbreaking food-processing technology and help to launch a whole industry!

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Food Scientist / Laboratory Tech (Fixed Term Maternity Cover) - Mätt Solutions

at Matt Solutions Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sockburn, Canterbury

Great opportunity to grow your skills working as part of a team & company that contributes to the betterment of the Food Industry in NZ

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18d ago

Listed eight days ago

Laboratory & Field Technician

at Geotechnics Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Laboratory & Field Technicians | 8-Month Fixed Term | Waihi
Assist on a large-scale project
Work as part of a fun, supportive & collaborative team

We have some great fixed-term roles available for Laboratory & Field Technicians to assist on a large project based in Waihi

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Trainee Asbestos Assessor/Surveyor

at Asbestos Consultants NZ

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Award-winning team with industry-leading expertise
Full training and clear career progression
Travel throughout New Zealand with company vehicle, phone and laptop

Join our award-winning team and build a rewarding career in one of New Zealand’s leading asbestos consultancies.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Laboratory Technician

at IXOM Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified science or engineering graduate
Career development, including exposure to industry leaders and best practice
A globally respected brand

Kick-start your science career with IXOM. Join our Mt Maunganui laboratory team and gain hands-on experience, mentoring and career development.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed three days ago