Field & Lab CMT Technician - Soil & Aggregate

Tonkin & Taylor; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Wellbeing allowance

Team environment

Job summary

Geotechnics in Invercargill invites a motivated CMT Technician to perform laboratory and field testing on soil, concrete and aggregates for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role emphasizes practical skills, accuracy, and quality in challenging conditions with early starts and potential overtime.

You will work on projects that shape communities across New Zealand, with a focus on safety, timely results and collaboration within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in laboratory and field testing of soil, concrete and aggregate.
• Previous experience in an accredited civil engineering laboratory in New Zealand.
• Physically capable of handling samples up to 25 kg.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory and field testing per NZ and international standards.
• Ensure timely turnaround and meet customer requirements and budgeted hours.
• Communicate with Team Leader if deadlines are at risk.
• Follow QA processes for consistent, high-quality results.
• Work with team on projects and maintain safety on site.
• Record information from landowners and neighbours.

Skills

Soil testing

Field testing

Concrete testing

Lab QA

Safety conscious

Tools

Excel

Job description

Geotechnics in Invercargill invites a motivated CMT Technician to perform laboratory and field testing on soil, concrete and aggregates for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role emphasizes practical skills, accuracy, and quality in challenging conditions with early starts and potential overtime.

You will work on projects that shape communities across New Zealand, with a focus on safety, timely results and collaboration within a supportive team environment.