At Scitex, we’re proud to partner with a leading testing laboratory, delivering high-quality monitoring for the kiwifruit industry. We’re helping them find a Laboratory Technical Coordinator — a technically capable and people-focused individual who will play a key role in ensuring calibration, compliance, and data accuracy across lab operations.
If you’re someone who enjoys blending benchwork with technical systems and process oversight, this could be a great fit.
What you’ll do :
- Lead the annual calibration and maintenance program for all lab testing equipment.
- Support maintenance of lab hardware, software and LIMs systems.
- Oversee daily calibration checks and maintain compliance with ISO 17025 standards.
- Coach and support technicians and supervisors through pre-season training.
- Review, approve and release customer results, ensuring data integrity and timely delivery.
- Assist with interlaboratory testing, documentation control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we’re looking for :
2–3 years’ experience in a laboratory or technical QA role.Experience calibrating equipment such as balances and pH meters.Confident with bench‑top testing and in‑house monitoring of LIMs systems.Technically adept — quick to learn new software and applications.Approachable communicator with great attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.Knowledge of ISO 17025 processes and documentation systems is a strong advantage.What’s in it for you :
Join a reputable, purpose‑driven organisation making a tangible impact in NZ horticulture.Work in a collaborative, quality‑focused environment that values continual improvement.Opportunity to broaden your technical skillset across calibration, systems and leadership.A role where your input genuinely contributes to lab performance and customer trust.How to apply
Click APPLY NOW or call Emma Hotchin on 09 200 3122 or Belinda McKenzie at Scitex Recruitment on 09 200 3121 for a confidential discussion.
To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or already hold the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays.
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