Administrator - Specimen Reception - Christchurch

Administrator – Specimen Reception
Permanent, Full-time
Christchurch, Canterbury

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Veterinary and Scientific, formerly Gribbles Veterinary and Scientific, is part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. We are dedicated to delivering top-tier laboratory services to clients nationwide, supporting the health and well-being of animals across the country.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:
Our Christchurch laboratory is offering an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Administrator to join the Specimen Reception team. Reporting to the Section Leader, you will support a culture of continuous improvement and a solutions-focused mindset, ensuring high standards of quality and service.

As the first point of contact for samples arriving at the laboratory, you will play a key role in specimen handling and client support. Working collaboratively within the team, you will receive and dispatch consumable orders to South Island clients and collect samples from local clients. This role suits someone who is friendly, approachable, and has excellent customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample Processing: Accurately process laboratory samples for diagnostic testing, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures and quality standards.


• Consumables Management: Manage the receipt, packing, and dispatch of consumables to support diagnostic and analytical testing across departments.


• Sample Referrals: Coordinate the referral of samples to both internal and external laboratories, maintaining appropriate documentation and tracking.


• Sample Handling: Handle and manage biological samples in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.


• Laboratory and Client Support: Provide timely and effective support to laboratory teams and external clients, contributing to smooth operational workflow and high-quality service delivery.

About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

• Ability to absorb, evaluate, and respond to information and ideas in a positive manner.


• Highly motivated and driven with professional attitude.


• Ability to work well under pressure and safety and quality conscious.


• Ability to organise, prioritise and focus on daily work to meet turnaround times


• Continuous improvement mind set.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent computer skills.


• Flexibility to work additional hours when required.


• Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook.


• 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 veterinary laboratory is renowned for 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 passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team committed to providing quality pathology services, ‘Apply now’.

Applications closes 1 February 2026