Concrete Technologist - Durability & Lab Research

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Hutt Valley; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in New Zealand is seeking a Concrete Technologist for our Petone/Lower Hutt team. You will apply materials expertise to support concrete durability and performance across diverse projects, combining lab testing and field investigations.

Join a collaborative, client-focused group where you’ll prepare project scopes, cost estimates and technical reports while partnering with clients and project teams to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualification and practical experience in materials research and testing.
• A current New Zealand driver's licence and the ability to undertake laboratory and site-based work.
• A sound understanding of technical standards, quality assurance and safe working practices.
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative, client-focused approach and clear communication, reasoning and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver concrete durability, performance and materials investigations.
• Carry out laboratory testing, site investigations, sampling and applied research.
• Prepare project scopes, briefs, cost estimates and clear technical reports.
• Partner with clients and project teams to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Bring fresh ideas to project delivery and help grow our specialist services.

Job description

WSP in New Zealand is seeking a Concrete Technologist for our Petone/Lower Hutt team. You will apply materials expertise to support concrete durability and performance across diverse projects, combining lab testing and field investigations.

Join a collaborative, client-focused group where you’ll prepare project scopes, cost estimates and technical reports while partnering with clients and project teams to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget.