Senior Laboratory Technician – Semen Processing Lab

About the role

Join LIC’s Operations & Service Group as a Senior Laboratory Technician in the Semen Processing Laboratory. You will help deliver high‑quality semen products for New Zealand’s dairy farmers while ensuring compliance with international export standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise, train and competency‑check laboratory staff, maintaining accurate training records.
• Ensure product quality through rigorous laboratory quality‑control processes.
• Maintain, calibrate and service laboratory equipment.
• Manage purchasing activities in line with company policies and budgets.
• Support technical improvements and operational process changes.
• Contribute to SOP development and updates.
• Ensure compliance with OAP Operational Codes, EU & GBR OMARs and WOAH requirements.
• Coordinate accurate and timely semen dispatch documentation.
• Promote safe work practices and support health‑and‑safety compliance.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification (BSc or equivalent).
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of laboratory processes and quality systems; audit experience desirable.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem‑solving ability.
• Experience training and supporting staff.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Required skills

• SAP
• Database management
• Spreadsheet proficiency
• Word‑processing tools

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Extra leave days and flexible working options.
• Discounted health, life, income and disability insurances.
• Access to employee share scheme and wellbeing discounts.
• Free onsite parking.