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Trainee / Medical Lab Technician – Haematology – Wellington Jobs in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand at Awanui Group
Title: Trainee / Medical Lab Technician – Haematology – Wellington
Company: Awanui Group
Location: Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Trainee / Medical Lab Technician – Haematology
Permanent, Part-time
Wellington
Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we’re proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.
About the Role | Mō te tūranga:
We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our Haematology Department based at Wellington Hospital. This is a permanent, part-time position (7 shifts or 56 hours per fortnight) within a department that performs a wide range of routine and specialist diagnostic testing using the latest automated systems.
Our laboratory operates 24/7 and the rostered hours for this position would follow a pattern of:
3 days – Evening shift (1500-2300)
3 days – Rostered off
3 days – Post-midnight shift (2300-0700)
3 days – Rostered off
After a period of training and orientation this role would be a sole-operator position outside of routine operation hours (Monday-Friday, 0700-2030).
There are numerous advantages for staff employed to participate in this roster. Working 7 instead of 10 shifts in a fortnight provides a work/life balance, especially suited for families, childcare, study or other pursuits. Evening and weekend work attracts penal rates and cumulatively, the income for this role works out to be greater than an equivalent full-time role (80 hours) working during routine hours. In addition, a significant amount of shift and alternate leave is accumulated for working evening & post-midnight shifts, as well as weekends and public holiday (depending on when the shifts fall).
About you | He kōrero mōu
To succeed in the role, you will have:
A methodical approach and commitment to following strict quality procedures.
A strong team ethic, initiative, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to make swift and informed decisions in a high-throughput, deadline-oriented environment.
Hands-on practical experience and a sound knowledge of laboratory operations including safety and operation of equipment.
Excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
Previous experience in a Haematology laboratory is desirable, but not essential.
Registration with the Medical Science Council and an Annual Practicing Certificate as a Medical Laboratory Technician is desirable, but not essential.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
You will be joining a friendly, high-performing, and forward-thinking team environment. Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, already delivering an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals. Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.
If you are not already registered with the Medical Science Council of New Zealand, we will support you working towards becoming a Qualified Medical Laboratory Technician within 2 years of employment.
If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click
‘Apply now’.
Applications close 8 June 2025
