AB Despatch Tech - Permanent

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LIC, a farmer-owned co-operative with 115 years in New Zealand’s dairy sector, is seeking an AB Despatch Technician for a permanent role based in Wigram, Christchurch. You’ll pack and despatch frozen semen straws into nitrogen banks for insemination, with Monday to Friday 40 hours and weekend rosters in peak season. You’ll support the AB Despatch Lead and warehousing teams, help train seasonal staff, and ensure compliance with quarantine and Health and Safety policies. Key attributes include meticulous attention to detail, teamwork, accuracy and time management, basic computer skills, neat handwriting, a can-do attitude and a safety mindset. Apply online with a tailored CV highlighting packing and any cold-chain experience; benefits include extra leave, flexible options, discounted insurances, employee shares. Apply now.

LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that’s been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand’s dairy sector for more than 115 years. We’re focused on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day.

As a proud generational co-operative, we’re here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future. And none of it happens without our people. Whether on farm, in the lab, or behind the scenes, every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed.

About the Role:

Based in Wigram and reporting to the AB Despatch Lead, you'll be working in our Packing Room or Bank Bay areas. You’ll be responsible for preparing and packing frozen semen straws into nitrogen banks, to be despatched to the field for insemination.  

This is a full-time, permanent position. Working Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week. During our peak season this role is required to work on a rostered basis that may include weekends.

Your key focus:  

• Packing and despatching semen straws, safely, efficiently, accurately and in compliance with LIC’s procedures/policies.

• Day to day support for the AB Despatch Lead, AB Warehousing and Despatch Operations.

• Assisting with training and supervision of seasonal team members as directed by the AB Despatch Lead

• Ensuring LIC’s quarantine and Health & Safety policies/procedures are understood and complied with.

About You:

To thrive in this role, you'll need to showcase the following skills and qualities:

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Strong team player.

• Strong accuracy, attention to detail and time management skills.

• Basic computer skills.

• Neat and tidy handwriting.

• Can do attitude.

• Passion for Health & Safety.

• Ability to be on your feet the vast majority of the day.  

In return:

In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive some great benefits including:

• Extra leave days

• Flexible working options

• Discounted health, life, income and disability insurances

• Access to our employee shares scheme

• Wellbeing discounts

If you are ready to make a difference in a dynamic work environment, click apply to submit your application online.  

Apply now!