Civil Field Technician

Fulton Hogan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave top up

Training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Auckland is seeking a hands-on civil materials tester to join the Industries team. Based on-site, you will conduct field testing and sampling of bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils and concrete, ensuring on-site performance meets project specs.

You'll read drawings, communicate results clearly, and support delivery with practical quality assurance while working safely on active sites. The role offers strong on-the-job training and career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction, materials testing, field testing or quality assurance.
• Knowledge of civil materials and testing methods, including bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils or concrete.
• Strong field experience and ability to work across active construction sites.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications and testing procedures, with good communication and record-keeping.
• A practical, team-focused approach with safety and quality emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field testing and sampling of bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils and concrete.
• Carry out compaction, density, moisture content and other routine quality tests on active sites.
• Inspect works to confirm compliance with drawings, specifications and project quality requirements.
• Record, interpret and communicate test results, issues and non-conformances accurately and on time.
• Support project teams with practical technical input to improve quality and keep delivery moving.

Skills

Civil construction experience

Materials testing

Field testing

Quality assurance

Reading drawings

Tools

Bitumen testing

Asphalt testing

Concrete testing

Aggregate testing

Soil testing

Job description

Mŋm te tūāngara | About the role

Based in Auckland, this role sits within Fulton Hogan's Industries team, supporting the delivery of civil infrastructure through technical field testing, materials sampling and quality assurance. You'll work with civil construction materials such as bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils and concrete, helping make sure our work performs where it matters most - on site. This is not your standard white coat lab job. It's hands-on, field-based and built for someone who knows good work happens out in the real world, not just behind a bench.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Conduct field testing, sampling and inspections across civil materials including bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils and concrete.
• Carry out compaction, density, moisture content and other routine quality tests on active sites.
• Inspect works to confirm compliance with drawings, specifications and project quality requirements.
• Record, interpret and communicate test results, issues and non-conformances accurately and on time.
• Support project teams with practical technical input that helps improve quality, solve problems and keep delivery moving.

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

• Experience in civil construction, materials testing, field testing or quality assurance.
• Knowledge of civil materials and testing methods, including experience with materials such as bitumen, asphalt, aggregates, soils or concrete.
• Strong field experience and confidence working across active construction sites, not just in controlled lab environments.
• The ability to read drawings, specifications and testing procedures, with good communication and record-keeping skills.
• A practical, team-focused approach with a strong focus on safety, quality and doing Good Work.

He pai te mahi, he pai āŋ āŋ | Good work, good benefits

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

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, our Industries team plays a big part in the work behind the work. In Auckland, they support our wider civil business through technical expertise, materials knowledge, testing, quality assurance and practical field support. They help make sure the products and materials going into our projects are fit for purpose and perform under real conditions.

We're flat, friendly and forward moving. We take the work seriously, not ourselves, and we back our people to grow, contribute ideas and get stuck into Good Work.

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