Senior Technician Aquatic Animal Diseases

OverviewSenior Technician – Aquatic Animal Diseases (AAD).

Permanent, Full-Time.

Location : Wallaceville, Upper-Hutt.

General Salary Range : G $67,658 to $89,957 depending on skills and experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide intellectual and technical expertise to the AAD team to enhance response to high-priority infectious animal diseases.Support and mentor others within Biosecurity New Zealand to develop knowledge and skills.Lead and contribute to technical projects as part of the AAD team.Assist with planning, coordination, organizing, and teamwork to support laboratory work aligned with biosecurity objectives.About You – MouBSc or post-graduate qualification in a relevant scientific field.Molecular techniques validations and troubleshooting (PCR).

Cell-based Aquatics virology.Knowledge and experience of microbiological laboratories.Experience in planning, coordination, organizing, teamwork, and leadership.Experience leading technical projects.Experience with quality assurance systems.Knowledge and experience of standards and regulations impacting laboratory work (e.g., ISO : 17025, AS / NZS 2243.3, animal ethics, HSNO).

Excellent written skills : ability to produce concise, fluent, and clearly presented material.About the TeamOur Diagnostic, Readiness Surveillance Services (DRS) directorate are the guardians of New Zealand's biosecurity.

We run targeted and passive surveillance programmes, identify new pests and diseases, provide research and analysis on impacts, and support eradication where possible.

Our laboratories are reference labs with opportunities for challenging diagnostic investigations.

MPI values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and identities.About MPIWe focus on seizing export opportunities for the food and fibre sector, improving sector productivity, ensuring food safety, increasing sustainable resource use, and protecting New Zealand from biological risk.BenefitsAdditional MPI leave daysAnnual Wellness paymentBi-annual paid eye test and contribution to costs of corrective lenses / framesSecurity and EligibilityLow level Security Clearance.

Applications are preferred from New Zealand citizens or residents with appropriate visa and background checks.

See how the national security vetting process applies and use the eligibility self-check tool on the careers site.Drug and Alcohol Screening : This safety-sensitive role requires pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Further information is available on the MPI careers site.How to ApplyTo view the position description and apply online, click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site.

You must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it.Applications close at 11 : 59 Wednesday 8 October 2025.Equality and ContactWe are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.

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