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About us:
Everyday our experienced team of 1800+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety. We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environment it comes from. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
Helping Aotearoa shape a better food world - join us today!
The opportunity:
We are seeking an Entomology Analyst for our Pest Laboratory for a 5 month fixed term starting in June 2026, based in our Blockhouse Bay Laboratory.
This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday. However, candidates who have part time availability may also be considered.
The role will primarily involve screening sticky boards and dust samples from the dairy industry for critical pest arthropods, processing and slide mounting of insects on import and export produce, working at fast pace and dealing with high volumes.
About You:
An eye for detail, excellent manipulation skills, and neat handwriting will be essential. You are able to learn new systems promptly and efficiently, manage your time and prioritise work effectively to meet targets and deadlines. Excellent oral and written English communication skills will be important in this role, along with a passion for quality, delivering outstanding customer service in a commercial environment whilst being a team player.
If you are detail-focused, thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment, and want to contribute to protecting New Zealand’s food and biosecurity systems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our Blockhouse Bay team.
Applications close: 17 May 2026.
Helping Aotearoa shape a better food world - Join us today!
