We have an exciting opportunity for a Casual Pathology Courier Driver to join our Veterinary Diagnostics team in Hamilton, New Zealand.
In this flexible casual role, you will support our courier operations by collecting diagnostic samples from veterinary clinics and safely transporting them to our laboratory for testing. Shifts may be scheduled Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 4:40pm and/or 6:30pm and 12:30am, depending on operational requirements. As a valued member of our Pathology Courier team, you will be the face of IDEXX for many of our clients, providing exceptional service while ensuring samples are delivered accurately and on time.
Why this role matters:As a Pathology Courier Driver, you play an important role in supporting veterinary healthcare across New Zealand. You help ensure diagnostic samples reach our laboratory safely and efficiently, enabling veterinarians to make timely decisions that improve animal health and wellbeing. Your reliability and customer focus contribute directly to the exceptional service our clients expect from IDEXX.
In this role:You will collect pathology samples from veterinary clinics across the Hamilton region.
You will transport samples safely and accurately to our laboratory within required timeframes.
You will provide professional and friendly customer service to veterinary clients.
You will represent IDEXX positively as a key point of contact for our customers.
You will manage collection schedules and routes efficiently.
You will communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.
You will complete basic administrative and tracking activities using computer systems.
You will follow all safety, quality, and transportation procedures.
You will hold a current Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
You will have a clean driving history and a commitment to safe driving practices.
You will be available to work a flexible schedule across day and evening shifts.
You will demonstrate outstanding customer service skills.
You will have a professional presentation and positive attitude.
You will possess strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
You will be comfortable working independently and managing your own workload.
You will have basic computer skills.
Previous courier, delivery, logistics, or customer-facing experience will be highly regarded.
Access to our ThanXX employee recognition program, celebrating the contributions you make to our team.
A supportive, collaborative, and purpose-driven culture where your work truly makes a difference.
Ongoing training and support to help you succeed in your role.
The opportunity to help pets lead fuller, healthier lives every day while supporting veterinary care across New Zealand.
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here. Let’s pursue what matters together.
If you are passionate about making a difference and being rewarded for your efforts, please APPLY or contact the ANZ Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] or visit Careers at IDEXX ANZ or IDEXX Australia & New Zealand to learn more about IDEXX.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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Skills Required
- Current Full New Zealand Driver Licence
- Clean driving history and commitment to safe driving practices
- Availability to work a flexible schedule across day and evening shifts
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Professional presentation and positive attitude
- Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage own workload
- Basic computer skills (administrative and tracking activities)
- Previous courier, delivery, logistics, or customer-facing experience
IDEXX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEXX and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEXX.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with day-one eligibility and added programs for mental health and musculoskeletal care. Feedback suggests insurance quality is strong, with multiple plan options and supportive wellness services.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings support is highlighted through a clear 401(k) match that begins after an initial waiting period. Feedback suggests this materially strengthens total compensation beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs are depicted as generous, including PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days. Parental leave and adoption assistance add to the breadth of paid leave options.
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What We Do
10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
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