Afternoon Shift Laboratory Analyst

Due to the continued growth of our business, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Afternoon Shift Laboratory Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will initially undertake training on the day shift before transitioning into the afternoon shift role.

As the Laboratory Analyst you will play a pivotal role in conducting routine lab testing as a part of production QC, and various Laboratory analysis, experiments, and tests to support our research and product development initiatives.

Your expertise in scientific methodologies, data analysis, and attention to detail will be essential in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our results, within the GMP/ ACVM framework.

If you are meticulous and scientifically curious individual with a passion for laboratory analysis, we encourage you to apply.

To be considered for this position you should demonstrate the following:

• A positive can-do attitude, self-motivated with good time management.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• A working knowledge of GMP.

• The ability to perform a variety of laboratory tests and analysis using established scientific procedures and protocols.

• Prepare samples, reagents, and solutions for experimentation, ensuring accuracy and precision.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as HPLC and the AAS.

• Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure proper calibration and functioning.

• Collect, record, and interpret data with meticulous attention to detail.

• Maintaining thorough and accurate analytical records.

• Analyse experimental results, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions to support project goals.

• Assist in the development and validation of new analytical methods and protocols as needed.

• Ability to multitask where required.

• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and contribute to a safe and organised work environment.

• Flexibility and adaptability for ever-changing requirements and deadlines.

• The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

• An understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

• Wiliness to learn and to continuously upskill.

• Ability to problem solve.

• Reliable, punctual, and determined to be at work every day.
  

Qualifications and Experience.

• A tertiary qualification in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.

• Previous laboratory experience, ideally within a GMP, pharmaceutical, agricultural chemical, or food manufacturing environment.

• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, AAS, or spectrophotometry would be highly advantageous.
  

What Donaghys can offer you.

• A competitive salary.

• Access to Telus Health wellbeing support, including the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

• The opportunity to work with a company with over 150 years of experience delivering science and innovation to farmers in New Zealand and overseas.

• A supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and develop your skills.
  

Applications close 5pm, Friday 17th April 2026 but we may close earlier, as we will be shortlisting throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close advertising early. Apply now.

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process along with reference checks. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Find out more about us at www.donaghys.co.nz

Please email your Covering Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae to:

The Site and Development Manager,
Donaghys Limited, Dunedin
Email: [email protected]