Microbiology Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

Join a global company focused on scientific testing and building a healthier fut
Take on a hands-on, varied role across sample testing, equipment maintenance, an
Shift covers Tuesday to Saturday | 9:00AM to 5:30PM | Permanent role!

Join a global company focused on scientific testing and building a healthier fut
Take on a hands-on, varied role across sample testing, equipment maintenance, an
Shift covers Tuesday to Saturday | 9:00AM to 5:30PM | Permanent role!

ALS Food & Pharmaceutical team have two full-time opportunities supporting lab operations and working amongst a great team!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d 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 eleven 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)

11d 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 twenty one days ago

QA Technician

at Hellers

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Hands On QA - Afternoon Shift from 12.00pm
Wiri Location
Food Science or Technology Degree required

Hands On QA - Afternoon Shift from 12.00pm
Wiri Location
Food Science or Technology Degree required

Great opportunity for an QA Technician on an Afternoon Shift from 12.00pm Monday to Friday in Wiri location - APPLY NOW

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Microbiologist

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in food safety and quality
Temporary role with potential for long-term career growth
Monday - Friday morning shift.

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in food safety and quality
Temporary role with potential for long-term career growth
Monday - Friday morning shift.

Join a top South Auckland food manufacturer as a Senior Microbiology Technician. Test, monitor, and keep products safe!

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed five days ago

Trainee - Patient Services

at Awanui Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Entry-level opportunity with full on-the-job training
In-house learning & development opportunities
Employee Benefits: BODYIQ, Southern Cross Insurance, EAP

Entry-level opportunity with full on-the-job training
In-house learning & development opportunities
Employee Benefits: BODYIQ, Southern Cross Insurance, EAP

Be a Trainee in our Auckland lab team gaining hands-on experience collecting specimens, supporting patients, and developing your healthcare career.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Biosafety Officer

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

$100,934 to $118,005

Lead top-tier biosafety operations
Shape a strong safety culture
Grow in a unique senior role

Lead top-tier biosafety operations
Shape a strong safety culture
Grow in a unique senior role

An exciting opportunity to join the team at the MPI National Biocontainment Laboratory.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Cytogenetics)

at Positive People

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Friendly, supportive team environment
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm
CBD location, New Zealand-owned, IANZ-accredited private laboratory

Friendly, supportive team environment
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm
CBD location, New Zealand-owned, IANZ-accredited private laboratory

Play a vital role and join our well-regarded team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (Cytogenetics).

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed seven days ago

60275 Research Associate - Fixed-Term - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

This fixed-term role will suit an individual keen to build on their existing skills in microbiology, molecular biology, plant management and fieldwork

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago