Laboratory Technician

at  Fulton Hogan

Job Posting End Date
May 4, 2024
Job Location
Dunedin
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.
Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy variety as this role involves outside site testing as well as indoors laboratory testing. You will be based in our Dunedin laboratory and will be responsible for carrying out site testing, aggregates, soil and asphalt testing whilst ensuring the continuation of the laboratory IANZ requirements.
This could be the perfect role for somebody who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty in an exciting and varied work environment. Flexibility is a must, as due to the varied nature of our laboratory activities some night shift and weekend work will be required from time to time. However, overtime pay and late shift allowance is offered to compensate for this.
While prior experience is ideal it is not essential, just the right can-do attitude as full training will be provided. For the right candidate there will be the opportunity to work towards an industry recognized professional accreditation. So if you have a genuine interest in laboratory work then this could be the career opportunity for you.

What we need from you?

• A relevant qualification in science or civil engineering is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience and knowledge in materials testing preferable, but not essential.
• 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 license.
• Strong communication skills, crucial for results reporting and client interaction.
• Good level of physical fitness with ability to lift 20 kg samples.
• Ability to work both within a team and unsupervised.
• Great work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• Medical insurance for you and your whānau.
• Life insurance from day one.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%.
• 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.

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

Please refer the Job description for details