Civil Laboratory Technician

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We're looking for an experienced Civil Laboratory Technician to join our Hamilton team.

In this hands-on role, you'll work alongside our Laboratory Technicians and Laboratory Manager to support daily laboratory operations and maintain IANZ requirements. The varied, practical work contributes to projects across Waikato.

If you enjoy getting stuck in, working as part of a supportive team and taking pride in accurate, high-quality results, this could be the role for you.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Sampling and testing civil construction materials, including aggregates, soils and asphalt.
• Completing site testing, including road and airport texture testing throughout New Zealand when required.
• Assisting with aggregate and asphalt mix design work.
• Recording, analysing and reporting test results accurately and on time.
• Consistently following IANZ requirements, test methods, work instructions and safe work practices.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We're looking for someone with

• Experience in a civil engineering laboratory or a relevant science-based laboratory environment.
• Practical knowledge of aggregate, asphalt or site testing.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to carefully follow test methods and standard operating procedures.
• A positive, team-focused attitude and a willingness to continue developing your technical capability.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to clearly report results and work effectively with clients and colleagues.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we care about our people's wellbeing and provide the support and opportunities they need to succeed. You'll have access to:

• Medical and life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions of up to 7% after service milestones.
• Parental leave top-up payments and additional return-to-work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career progression opportunities.
• Discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is more than what we deliver - it's how we show up, support one another and move forward together.

We build and maintain infrastructure that connects communities across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific. You'll join a friendly, down-to-earth team that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously. Expect real responsibility, honest support, high standards and opportunities to keep learning.

We welcome new ideas, practical thinking and people who want to make a positive difference for our customers and communities.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If you're ready to bring your laboratory experience to a team that values quality, safety and Good Work, we'd like to hear from you.

All successful candidates will need to complete and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.