Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Trainee or Phlebotomist – Patient Services Permanent, Full-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 Zeala…
Skills: Phlebotomy, Specimen collection, Medical terminology, Laboratory operations, Patient care
New Plymouth District, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Trainee / Phlebotomist – Patient Services Permanent, Part-time Taranaki Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs Taranaki provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, health care professionals and …
Skills: Phlebotomy, Specimen collection, Customer service, Attention to detail, Patient confidentiality
Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Trainee - Histology Multiple Positions Available: Part-time options 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 Z…
Skills: Histology, Laboratory procedures, Specimen processing, Quality control, Data entry
Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Technician – Histology Multiple Positions Available 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 Ne…
Skills: Histology, Laboratory techniques, Specimen processing, Quality control, Equipment maintenance
Dunedin City, Otago, New Zealand · On-site
Coagulation Technical Lead – Haematology Permanent, Full-Time Dunedin Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs - Dunedin (previously known as SCL) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healt…
Skills: Coagulation testing, Haematology, Blood film morphology, Technical leadership, Quality management
Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Technician – Biochemistry Multiple Positions Available: Part-time Options Wellington Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathol…
Skills: Biochemistry, Laboratory operations, Quality assurance, Blood sample analysis, Technical standards
Invercargill City, Southland, New Zealand · On-site
Phlebotomist – Patient Services Multiple Positions Available: Part-time and Casual Options Invercargill Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs Invercargill (Previously known as SCL) provides high-quality diagnostic patho…
Skills: Phlebotomy, Specimen collection, Medical terminology, Laboratory operations, Quality procedures
Dunedin City, Otago, New Zealand · On-site
Phlebotomist – Patient Service Casual Dunedin Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs - Dunedin (previously known as SCL) provides high quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healthcare professionals and …
Skills: Phlebotomy, Specimen Handling, Customer Service, Patient Care, Time Management
New Plymouth District, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Laboratory Manager Permanent, Full-time Taranaki Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs Taranaki provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, health care professionals and their patients. Awanui …
Skills: Laboratory Management, Diagnostic Pathology, Team Leadership, Quality Systems, Accreditation Compliance
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Scientist – Microbiology Permanent, Part-time Nelson Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs - Nelson (previously known as Medlab South) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the commun…
Skills: Microbiological Testing, Microorganism Identification, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Technical Troubleshooting
Whangārei District, Northland, New Zealand · On-site
$35/hr–$43/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist – Core Laboratory Permanent, Full-time Whangārei, New Zealand Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Are you an experienced, patient-focused Medical Laboratory Scientist wanting to join a collaborative t…
Skills: Haematology, Biochemistry, Immunoassay Analysis, Laboratory Protocols, ISO15189
Waitaki District, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician – Core Laboratory Permanent, Part-time Oamaru Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs – Otago Southland (previously known as SCL) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology servi…
Skills: Venepuncture, Specimen Processing, Haematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank
Timaru District, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician – Core Laboratory Permanent, Part-time - 24 Hours per fortnight Timaru Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs - Timaru (previously known as Medlab South Timaru) is the provider …
Skills: Specimen Processing, Haematology, Chemistry, Blood Banking, Microbiology
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The successful candidate will collect blood and biological specimens from patients in community and hospital settings while ensuring accurate handling and labeling. They will also support laboratory processing and testing while maintaining high standards of patient care and confidentiality.
Candidates should have a valid New Zealand driver's license and the ability to work in a methodical, quality-focused manner. While a Diploma or Bachelor of Science and registration with the Medical Science Council are desirable, they are not essential as the company provides support for qualification.
Trainee or Phlebotomist – Patient Services
Permanent, Full-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’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee or qualified Phlebotomist to join our Patient Services Department across our Wellington laboratory network in a permanent full-time role.
In this position, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality patient care and specimen collection services, making a meaningful difference across our community.
This role involves working across multiple Wellington collection hubs, providing coverage across our network of clinics as part of a permanent roster. The position requires availability across both weekdays and weekends.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, professional team environment while contributing to essential laboratory and patient services.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collect blood samples from patients in both community and hospital settings.
• Handle and manage contained biological specimens, including blood, faeces, urine, and tissue, in accordance with safety and compliance standards.
• Ensure accurate labelling, handling, and transport of patient specimens.
• Support the processing and testing of specimens within a state-of-the-art medical laboratory.
• Maintain patient care, confidentiality, and quality standards at all times.
About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you will need to:
• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
• Customer focus and commitment to providing a high quality of service to internal and external customers with effective interpersonal skills.
• A sound knowledge of medical terminology, laboratory operations including safety, operation of equipment and hands-on practical experience is desirable, but not essential.
• Diploma in Applied Science, or a Bachelor of Science would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Registration with the Medical Science Council and an Annual Practising Certificate as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician in Patient Services is desirable, but not essential.
• A valid New Zealand full or restricted driver’s license
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
If you are not currently registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, we will support the successful candidate to work towards registration and qualification as a Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician within two years of employment.
If you are currently working towards your qualification or registration, you will also be considered for this role.
What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:
Our three core values guide us in creating an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful difference:
• Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve.
• Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.
• Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.
Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, delivering outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals. We also offer excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, supporting your professional competency and career growth.
If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'
Application closes 19 August 2026
Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading provider of pathology and laboratory services.
Awanui is the new name of APHG. Same great people, same great service. Different name. Awanui is Aoteaora New Zealand's leading human and veterinary pathology network. Awanui provides these services through Northland Pathology, Labtests Auckland, Taranaki Pathology Services, Southern Community Laboratories, Wellington SCL, Medlab South & Gribbles Veterinary Pathology. With 25 laboratories, 2,100 staff and over 150 collection centres throughout Aotearoa, we interact with over 25,000 people in our communities everyday.
Offices: 37-41 Carbine Rd, Mt Wellington, Auckland, Auckland 1642, NZ · Level 5, CSB, Wellington Hospital, Riddiford St, Newtown, Wellington, Wellington Region 6021, NZ · 18 Logistics Dr, Christchurch, Canterbury 8051, NZ · 472 George St, Level 2 Plunket House, Dunedin, Otago 9016, NZ · 1 Paraite Rd, Bell Block, Taranaki, NZ
Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading provider of pathology and laboratory services.
Awanui is the new name of APHG. Same great people, same great service. Different name. Awanui is Aoteaora New Zealand's leading human and veterinary pathology network. Awanui provides these services through Northland Pathology, Labtests Auckland, Taranaki Pathology Services, Southern Community Laboratories, Wellington SCL, Medlab South & Gribbles Veterinary Pathology. With 25 laboratories, 2,100 staff and over 150 collection centres throughout Aotearoa, we interact with over 25,000 people in our communities everyday.
Offices: 37-41 Carbine Rd, Mt Wellington, Auckland, Auckland 1642, NZ · Level 5, CSB, Wellington Hospital, Riddiford St, Newtown, Wellington, Wellington Region 6021, NZ · 18 Logistics Dr, Christchurch, Canterbury 8051, NZ · 472 George St, Level 2 Plunket House, Dunedin, Otago 9016, NZ · 1 Paraite Rd, Bell Block, Taranaki, NZ
