Technical Specialist, Bowel Screening Programme, LabPlus Auckland

• Exciting opportunity for a Technical Specialist working for the National Bowel Screening Programme, Specialist Chemical Pathology, LabPLUS, Auckland
• Be part of a programme enabling early detection of bowel cancers in eligible New Zealanders
• Permanent full time position

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are inviting expressions of interest from experienced suitably qualified scientists who are interested in progressing their career. The role is based in the Bowel Screening section (BSP) of the Specialist Chemical Pathology department at LabPlus. The BSP section provides a unique service for the NZ population. This position is full time working rostered shifts Monday to Sunday. The successful applicant will be expected to cover parts of both the day and afternoon shifts working predominantly 1030-1900 hrs.

In this role you will be required to work closely with the current Technical Specialist providing technical support to the programme, helping to implement new initiatives, ensuring accreditation requirements are met and implementing the laboratory competency assessment framework.

Applicants must be able to provide consistent training to section staff, manage documentation, maintain databases relating to stock control, return rate and key performance indicators, troubleshoot both the assay and IS issues, produce reports for the National Bowel Screening Programme and converse clearly and succinctly in meetings with external stakeholders. Key personal skills we are looking for in candidates are those who (a) are adept at task-switching (b) can remain focussed on task(s) when under pressure and (c) are comfortable in a work environment that can demand high flexibility.

About the Team/Service/ Location

LabPLUS is an IANZ accredited medical laboratory and is one of New Zealand's premier laboratories. LabPLUS are part of the state-owned Te Toka Tumai Auckland. LabPLUS is also a major referral laboratory for specialised laboratory tests for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Visit our website www.labplus.co.nz for more information.

The BSP area is part of the Specialist Chemical Pathology department which runs 2 other national programmes. The dedicated team of scientists and technicians provide an important service in screening for the early detection of bowel cancers and providing semi-quantitative results on symptomatic patients to aid in the prioritisation of colonoscopies. The area is therefore very busy and has strict turnaround time and quality requirements.

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About you

As the ideal person for this role, you will have the following skills and attributes:

• NZ Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Excellent time management with the ability to deal with issues swiftly and efficiently and to respond promptly to internal and external stakeholders 
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• An attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and accreditation requirements. Familiarity with the ISO15189 standard.
• Excellent organisational and advanced computer skills
• Flexibility with working hours

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For further information on this role please contact Colleen Harvey - Scientist Unit Manager on +64 21 510 972 or colleen.harvey@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

Advertising closes: 31 March 2026 at Time 11:59 pm (New Zealand standard time).

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ tab below and submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.

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If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Aaron Chamberlain - Recruitment Consultant at aaron.chamberlain@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz quoting ref #ADHB24159 to discuss how we can best support your application.

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