Laboratory Technical Supervisor

Focused on orchard-to-market excellence, Seeka is an integrated horticultural and produce company that grows, processes, distributes and markets high quality produce to world markets.

As a technical supevisor in our kiwifruit testing laboratory, you would enjoy a diverse range of tasks include data analysis and reporting to the Technical Manager.  The key to success in this full time role would be ensuring quality assurance and quality control of the lab outputs to an exceptional standard.  To do that you need to be able to train & guide staff, understand laboratory operations and ensure that everyone is performing to the highest standard. You would also review, test and evaluate methodology and modify equipment as necessary depending on results, data and research outcomes.

Skills and competencies: 

• Problem solving skills: Identifies the root causes and breaks the problem down into the key issues. Grasps new concepts and can see the problem in relation to the bigger picture. Generates multiple explanations and solutions.
• Detail orientated: An ability to focus on details and ensure that tasks are completed to exacting standards.
• Numeracy: Experience workign with and a good understanding of nurmerical or financial information.
• Self Motivated: Has an underlying concern for doing things better.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills: Able to communicate clearly and effectively and at the appropriate level with various types of people.
  

Experience and qualifications:

• Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced
• Data Analysis: Experience extracting useful information and translating it into actionable objectives
• People Management: Experienced in best practice HR, managing people effectively in order to achieve business objectives
• Software/Technology: Previous experience using software and other computer based technology either in Seeka specific programmes or using a similar software platform
• Industry Knowledge: Experience working within kiwifruit, horticulture or primary industry
• Role specific knowledge: 3-5 years’ experience in similar roles
• Computer Skills: Basic skill level required (understanding of Microsoft Outlook is helpful)
• Role Specific Knowledge: Previous administration experience or a relative Bachelors degree would be advantageous

The start date for this role is as soon as possible, so if you are interested, get your application in online by following the “apply now” button and submitting a CV.   

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as and when they are sumbitted.

The payband for this role is $68,000-72,000.