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Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC)

Diagnostics Systems Team Leader

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC)

. Lead and develop the Diagnostics Systems team of four technical specialists .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeNew ZealandSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing technical teams and driving continuous improvement in laboratory systems. Possesses sound technical knowledge of applications, databases, and systems integration, with a focus on compliance and operational excellence.

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Technical Team LeadershipSystems ThinkingLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)Process AnalysisStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills
Systems IntegrationSolution DesignPerformance ManagementContinuous ImprovementTechnical Risk ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCoachingDocumentation
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationAccountabilityCoachingStakeholder Engagement
Tools & Technologies
GeneMark SystemsAnimal Health Laboratory SystemsModern TechnologiesLabWare
Certifications & Qualifications
Relevant Tertiary QualificationISO 17025 Knowledge
Industry Keywords
Laboratory SystemsTechnical DebtLegacy SystemsService ContinuityCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and develop the Diagnostics Systems team of four technical specialists
  • Foster continuous learning, collaboration, accountability and high performance
  • Partner with the Principal Technologist and stakeholders to plan and deliver Diagnostics technology initiatives
  • Ensure GeneMark and Animal Health laboratory systems are reliable, secure, compliant and fit for purpose
  • Maintain systems, manage performance and drive continuous improvement
  • Support system enhancements, testing and implementation of changes to laboratory systems and applications
  • Build relationships with internal and external Technology partners
  • Monitor and report on laboratory systems performance
  • Identify and manage technology risks, including technical debt, legacy system vulnerabilities, obsolescence and service continuity
  • Strengthen technical capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, documentation, training and adoption of modern technologies and engineering practices
  • Evaluate technical options and deliver practical, sustainable improvements to laboratory systems and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Proven experience leading technical teams and supporting business-critical systems
  • Strong systems thinking, process analysis and solution design capabilities
  • Ability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions
  • Sound technical knowledge of applications, databases, systems integration and modern technologies
  • Ability to balance technical leadership, operational priorities and continuous improvement in a complex environment
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills
  • Collaborative leadership style and commitment to developing others
  • Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience
  • Exposure to Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), such as LabWare, advantageous
  • Knowledge of ISO 17025 advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Extra leave days
  • Flexible working options
  • Discounted health insurance
  • Discounted life insurance
  • Discounted income insurance
  • Discounted disability insurance
  • Access to employee shares scheme
  • Wellbeing discounts
  • Free onsite parking
  • Employee assistance programme