Lab assistant

We're Hiring – Lab assistant

About Neocrete

Neocrete is a start-up revolutionising the concrete industry with our innovative, low-carbon additive technology. Concrete is the second most used material in the world and contributes to 8% of CO2 emissions, and we're on a mission to change that. This six month contract role is an opportunity for a master's graduate to make a difference on projects that are scaling globally, and work with a great team passionate about their work.

What you’ll gain:

This is a hands-on role in a dynamic, fast-paced lab environment. It is perfect if you are passionate about sustainability and materials science. This is a six-month industry placement for a master's graduate. You'll be working in our R&D testing team:

• Testing concrete, analysing results and contributing to customer reports that influence our technology and product adoption

• Have a meaningful impact on bringing a new technology to market

• Being in a start-up environment where we are growing fast, and have an inclusive and fun team culture

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with concrete testing (preferred but not necessary)

• Has experience working on a construction site pouring concrete

• Holds an engineering masters degree, ideally civil or chemical engineering

• Works well in a collaborative team setting

• Is comfortable with hands-on practical work in a lab. (e.g. mixing concrete)

• Excited by working in a startup atmosphere where things move quickly and change often.

• Has strong attention to detail and good communication skills

• Is comfortable with basic Excel and data analysis

• Can follow standard procedures and work safely in a lab environment

What to share in your application

• Your CV that outlines your relevant skills and experience. Include any projects you have worked on (personal, professional and/or in university)

• A cover letter that shares what your career ambitions are and what makes you interested in working at Neocrete.

• An academic transcript

You must have

• Recently completed your masters degree in engineering

• Be either a New Zealand citizen, or have received your master’s from a New Zealand university or tertiary education institution

• Have submitted a thesis for marking or have completed course requirement for taught master’s less than 12 months ago.

This is an MBIE funded Career Grant

Location: Auckland- Parnell

Full time role, 40 hours per week

Pay: $30,000 for six months

Applications close on the 30th of September, however we may begin interviews sooner, so please submit your application as soon as possible