Civil Materials Lab Technician — Field Testing & Reporting

WSP in New Zealand; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in New Zealand is seeking a Civil Materials Laboratory Technician for our Rotorua Laboratory. This role supports engineering materials testing in both laboratory and field settings, preparing reports and taking ownership of projects while contributing to safety, quality systems and equipment maintenance.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a civil engineering lab, strong data integrity, and the ability to work with colleagues to deliver practical

Qualifications

• Ideally, at least three years’ experience in a civil engineering laboratory or similar technical environment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and accuracy with reliable testing records.
• Use well-developed organisational skills to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Communicate clearly and work collaboratively, with integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong physical fitness and ability to handle heavy materials and equipment.
• Current, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engineering materials testing and investigations across laboratory and field environments.
• Prepare accurate reports that meet laboratory quality requirements and support informed project decisions.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, coordinating priorities and following work through to completion.
• Contribute to safe work planning, quality systems, equipment maintenance and day-to-day laboratory administration.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients, bringing a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Skills

Civil materials testing

Lab safety

Data recording

Report writing

Team collaboration

Job description

WSP in New Zealand is seeking a Civil Materials Laboratory Technician for our Rotorua Laboratory. This role supports engineering materials testing in both laboratory and field settings, preparing reports and taking ownership of projects while contributing to safety, quality systems and equipment maintenance.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a civil engineering lab, strong data integrity, and the ability to work with colleagues to deliver practical