Senior Lab Technician at Fulton Hogan

Nelson City, Nelson, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Machinery Checks, Equipment Maintenance, Calibration, Pavement Design, Pavement Delivery, Product Technologies, Results Analysis, Staff Support, Motivation, Guidance, Test Method Development, Material Testing, Confidentiality, Quality Problem Prevention, Communication Skills, Positive Attitude

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Description Role Title: Senior Laboratory Technician Location: Nelson Contract Type: Full Time 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. The Opportunity Due to retirement and promotion, we are looking for an experienced Senior Laboratory Technician to join our Nelson Team – in this role you will be supervising the daily operation of the laboratory to help deliver work for customers safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standard. You will also be responsible for the effective daily operations and management of the lab resources and staffing. Your responsibilities include: Maintain confidentiality on all analysis and testing undertaken and held by the laboratory Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of quality problems within testing Conduct laboratory machinery checks Ensure the maintenance of all equipment including calibration Remain up to date with current pavement design, pavement delivery and pavement product technologies Provide analysis of results for relevant focus area to client Provide laboratory staff support, motivation and guidance Develop test methods and apply existing appropriate international and local methodology The testing and reporting of all required materials in accordance with the Fulton Hogan lab IANZ requirement Undertaking safe work practices at all times Flexibility with work hours as the role includes night shifts, weekends and some travel The ideal candidate will have the following attributes: Trade qualification in materials testing or similar Safety-related certification Asphalt production principals and practical applications (mix designs) Competent understanding of material properties Minimum 1 year lab experience • Strong communication skills, crucial for results reporting and client interaction • Can do and a positive attitude • Ability to see the big picture and coordinate team efforts What’s in it for you At Fulton Hogan we truly care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools they need to succeed. We're proud to offer a range of REAL Benefits that recognises the huge role our people play in our success such as: Medical insurance (eligibility period) Life insurance New parental leave policy, supporting our people with new additions to the family Family scholarships A generous referral reward for successfully adding new hires to our talent tipline Additional leave in recognition to your long service commitment to the team Fuel discounts Ongoing training and development, with opportunity to gain qualifications Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers Access to free confidential counselling and support services for you and your family 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. Sound like you? If you are looking for a role to showcase your skills, build a long-lasting legacy, and want to help us build on our Good Work culture, then we want to hear from you. All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. 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. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

The Senior Laboratory Technician will supervise the daily operation of the laboratory to ensure work is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. Responsibilities include managing lab resources and staffing, maintaining confidentiality, conducting equipment checks and calibration, and providing staff support and guidance.