50% of professionals earn between $46,200 - $66,500 NZD
The median salary is $54,600
The average salary for a Lab Technician in New Zealand is NZD 46,200 - NZD 66,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 56,325 per year, based on 261 active job listings.
The cities with the most Lab Technician job opportunities in New Zealand are Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin, Hamilton, Southland. Wellington leads with 57 job openings.
Leading employers for Lab Technician roles in New Zealand include Department Of Conservation, New Zealand Government, Sciene New Zealand, Eurofins, Tonkin + Taylor.
Explore 261 Lab Technician job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.