Casual Laboratory Technician

Road Science; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer is seeking a casual Laboratory Technician for our Christchurch team to support laboratory workloads and field testing of construction materials such as soils, aggregates and asphalt.

You will follow documented methods, ensure QA and accreditation compliance, and work with the Road Science team to deliver reliable results for projects. Flexibility for occasional weekend work helps cover peak demand.

Qualifications

• Full NZ Class 1 driver0s licence.
• Experience in contracting industry or laboratory testing aggregates, soils, bitumen or asphalt preferred.
• Commitment to safe working practices and reporting hazards.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate testing paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of construction materials including soils, aggregates and asphalt.
• Follow documented test methods, standards and customer specifications to support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.
• Assist with field testing alongside operational teams as required.
• Maintain quality assurance records and laboratory documentation.
• Occasional weekend work may be involved to support workload peaks.

Skills

Full NZ Class 1 drivere20s licence

Laboratory testing (aggregates, soils,

Job description

About UsAt Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. About the TeamDowner’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.

Job Description

Road Science is New Zealand’s leading designer and supplier of bitumen and bitumen-based products. We have world-class manufacturing plants and storage facilities for bitumen, emulsions, and polymer-modified binders. Road Science has five IANZ-accredited civil engineering laboratories, and a number of project-specific mobile laboratories.

We’re looking for a casual Laboratory Technician to support our Christchurch-based Road Science team when laboratory workloads increase. If you are motivated and technical minded, enjoy practical work, exposure to diverse tasks and take pride in getting the details right, we’d like to hear from you.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you’ll provide technical and quality support through laboratory and site testing of construction materials, including soils, aggregates and asphalt. You’ll follow documented test methods, relevant standards and customer specifications, helping maintain the laboratory’s quality assurance system and IANZ accreditation requirements, including ISO/IEC 17025.

This is a casual opportunity to support periods of increased laboratory activity, rather than a regular rostered position. Work will be offered as needed, with timing and availability discussed when support is required. Alongside laboratory testing, the role may include field testing with our operational teams.

Some work may take place on weekends, supporting our asphalt teams with on-site testing. Flexibility to be available for these hours is advantageous.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

• A Full NZ Class 1 driver’s licence
• Prior experience in the contracting industry or a laboratory environment testing aggregates, soils, bitumen or asphalt, or equivalent experience would be an advantage, but full training would be provided.
• A strong commitment to safe working practices, including identifying and reporting hazards
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate testing paperwork and records
• The ability to follow testing procedures and record results accurately
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

You’ll work alongside our Road Science laboratory team to check the quality of materials used on our roads. You will be fully trained and supported in order to provide to reliable, accurate results for our operational teams and customers.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

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We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.