Laboratory Chemist Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Quality Control Chemist

at Azelis New Zealand

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Glenfield, Auckland

Unique opportunity within Global Chemical Company
Become a valued member of a Laboratory team
Open collaborative environment within a true manufacturing environment

Unique opportunity within Global Chemical Company
Become a valued member of a Laboratory team
Open collaborative environment within a true manufacturing environment

Unique opportunity to join a Global specialty Chemical company right here in NZ

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Chemist

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kinleith, Waikato

$95000 - $120000

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

Ready to put your chemistry skill set to good use in a continuous manufacturing environment?

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed twenty three days ago

Quality Control Chemist

at Azelis New Zealand

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Glenfield, Auckland

Unique opportunity within Global Chemical Company
Become a valued member of a Laboratory team
Open collaborative environment within a true manufacturing environment

Unique opportunity within Global Chemical Company
Become a valued member of a Laboratory team
Open collaborative environment within a true manufacturing environment

Unique opportunity to join a Global specialty Chemical company right here in NZ

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed one day ago

Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

at Danone CBS Talent NZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Competitive Benefits Package
Genuine Opportunities for growth
Annual Bonus

Competitive Benefits Package
Genuine Opportunities for growth
Annual Bonus

We have a fantastic new opportunity for the Microbiology Technician to be part of our fun-loving and dynamic team Quality and Food Safety team.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Chemist

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kinleith, Waikato

$95000 - $120000

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

Ready to put your chemistry skill set to good use in a continuous manufacturing environment?

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed two hours ago

Compliance Assistant

at Team Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

NZD 65000 - 70000 per annum

Graduate opportunity with well-established Kiwi company
Exposure to broad range of industries and customers
Supportive and collaborative learning and work environment

Graduate opportunity with well-established Kiwi company
Exposure to broad range of industries and customers
Supportive and collaborative learning and work environment

Launch your career in compliance with a hands-on graduate role offering experience across diverse industries in a supportive team environment

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Competitive salary + benefits!

Early start, early finish
Supportive team culture
Build a long term career

Early start, early finish
Supportive team culture
Build a long term career

Hands-on Lab role supporting cosmetic formulation & NPD. Early finish, strong team culture and career growth!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Casual Science Laboratory Technician

at Ara Institute of Canterbury

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$27-$31 per hour

Step in during busy periods and support hands-on science laboratories
Bring lab experience and strong health and safety knowledge
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider

Step in during busy periods and support hands-on science laboratories
Bring lab experience and strong health and safety knowledge
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider

We’re looking for someone to step in and support our science laboratories during periods of increased activity

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Chemist

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Join WM TS as a Chemist in Wellington, New Zealand, providing technical and analytical support to our teams.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

laboratory Analyst

at Ruminant Biotech

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

This role be responsible for supporting product development through analytical development and testing, manufacturing benchtop prototypes.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Junior Formulation Chemist

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Be part of a team developing high-end cosmetic products for iconic NZ brands
Gain hands-on experience across formulation,testing, and client collaboration
Work life balance with 3pm finishes, health insurance, and a great team culture

Be part of a team developing high-end cosmetic products for iconic NZ brands
Gain hands-on experience across formulation,testing, and client collaboration
Work life balance with 3pm finishes, health insurance, and a great team culture

Junior chemist wanted! Develop skincare for leading brands, gain hands-on Lab experience, and enjoy a 3pm finish every day

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

QC Technician I (6 months)

at Sensient Technologies

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Fast pace environment
Dynamic and innovative industry
Learning opportunities

Join our dynamics team for more learning opportunities!

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed three hours ago

Laboratory Assistant

at NZCR

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Flexible 20-hour workweek for optimal work-life balance
Access to 77 benefits with the Boost app
Join a leading clinical research team with global impact

Flexible 20-hour workweek for optimal work-life balance
Access to 77 benefits with the Boost app
Join a leading clinical research team with global impact

Join NZCR as a Laboratory Assistant to ensure precise lab setups and sample processing, supporting groundbreaking clinical research in New Zealand.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3h ago

Listed six days ago

Afternoon Shift Laboratory Analyst

at Donaghys Limited

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Seeking a dynamic and experienced Afternoon Shift Laboratory Analyst to join our experienced team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Technical Specialist

at Jaychem Industries Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Join a team passionate about pharmaceutical innovation!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quality Control Technician - Afternoon Shift

at Virbac New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Certified 'Great Place to Work'.
Work for a global leader in animal health with strong international presence.
Hands-on laboratory role in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Certified 'Great Place to Work'.
Work for a global leader in animal health with strong international presence.
Hands-on laboratory role in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining the quality and integrity of products trusted by farmers and pet owners across New Zealand.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Medical Laboratory Technician

at Positive People

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Friendly, supportive team environment
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Auckland CBD location

Friendly, supportive team environment
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Auckland CBD location

Due to our ongoing success, we are growing. Play a vital role and join our well-regarded team as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed two hours ago

Science Technician & Laboratory Manager

at Rangi Ruru Girls' School

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Merivale, Canterbury

Make science come alive! Manage labs, support practical lessons, and help create an organised, safe, high‑energy learning environment.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2h ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Technical Officer and Casual Laboratory Technician

at Cetogenix Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Opportunity to design and deliver a unique engineering solution to global market
Work within a multi-discipline team focused on out-of-the-box innovation
Flexible role with a strong company culture focused on work-life balance

Opportunity to design and deliver a unique engineering solution to global market
Work within a multi-discipline team focused on out-of-the-box innovation
Flexible role with a strong company culture focused on work-life balance

Cetogenix is scaling its Ceto-Boost™ technology for the global market - join our team building first-of-a-kind systems.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twelve days ago