Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau | Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership - and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to become part of our dedicated team based in Hawkes Bay. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the quality and compliance of construction materials by performing a range of quality control tests on Aggregates, Asphalt, Binders, and Road Materials. Your responsibilities will encompass both laboratory-based testing and practical fieldwork on various project sites, meaning you’ll be working in a dynamic environment that combines scientific analysis with hands-on tasks.

In addition to the above you will:

• Utilise industry-standard equipment and processes to monitor and maintain our high standards
• Ensure all equipment checks completed before equipment is operated
• Develop test methods and apply existing appropriate international and local methodology
• Contribute directly to the success and safety of our infrastructure projects throughout the region

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• Kiwisaver Employer Contributions

• Fuel Discount Card

• Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support

• Family Scholarships

• Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

• Medical Insurance

• Life Insurance

• At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.
• We're looking for someone with:
• A relevant qualification in science or civil engineering is desirable, but not essential
• Experience and knowledge in materials testing preferable
• A general interest in science/geology/road engineering
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel
• Excellent time management skills & the ability to prioritise workloads
• Full NZ Class 1 licence
• Strong communication skills, crucial for results reporting and client interaction
• Ability to work both within a team and unsupervised
• Great work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Creating, Connecting and caring for the community
• A general interest in science/geology/road engineering
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel
• Excellent time management skills & the ability to prioritise workloads
• Full NZ Class 1 licence
• Strong communication skills, crucial for results reporting and client interaction
• Ability to work both within a team and unsupervised
• Great work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Creating, Connecting and caring for the community

Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.

Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry.

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All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.

We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.