Laboratory Technician

Fulton Hogan; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Alexandra, Otago is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician, entry level or experienced, to join our CTS Laboratory team. You’ll perform laboratory testing across aggregates, soils, asphalt, concrete and field testing, supporting safe and efficient lab operations and ensuring results meet IANZ expectations.

This hands-on role emphasizes adherence to ISO17025, calibration of equipment, and timely communication of test results to clients, with opportunities for development and

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory testing is preferred but not essential.
• Trade qualification in materials testing is preferred.
• Ability to learn testing methods across aggregates, soils, asphalt, concrete.
• Knowledge of quality systems and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory testing across aggregates, soils, asphalt, concrete and field testing.
• Support Laboratory Manager to ensure testing is safe, accurate and on time.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Deliver accurate results and communicate progress to customers.
• Ensure compliance with IANZ and ISO17025.

Skills

Lab testing

Safety awareness

Communication

Ability to learn

Education

Trade qualification in materials testing

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We're looking for a full-time, permanent, Laboratory Technician that is either entry level or experienced, to join our CTS Laboratory team in Alexandra, Otago.

You'll carry out laboratory testing, support safe and efficient lab operations, and ensure results meet IANZ requirements, helping us deliver reliable, high‑quality outcomes for our customers.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

In this hands‑on laboratory role, you'll work in a busy testing environment supporting daily operations across aggregates, soils, asphalt, concrete and field testing. You'll help keep work moving safely and efficiently by following established test methods and quality systems. The work you do ensures results meet IANZ and ISO17025 requirements, giving customers confidence in the data they rely on. This role plays a key part in delivering safe, high‑quality outcomes across Fulton Hogan projects.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory testing across aggregates, soils, asphalt, concrete and field testing in line with approved methods.
• Support the Laboratory Manager to ensure testing is completed safely, accurately and on time.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring calibration and reliability at the time of use.
• Deliver accurate test results and communicate progress to customers as required.
• Ensure compliance with IANZ, ISO17025 requirements and laboratory quality systems.

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

• Ideally, experience working in a laboratory testing environment and a trade qualification in materials testing or a related discipline. However, this is not a deal‑breaker.
• Ability to learn and apply your understanding in aggregate, soil, asphalt, concrete and field testing.
• Knowledge of quality systems, including IANZ and ISO17025 requirements.
• A strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to maintain and operate laboratory testing equipment accurately, or an eagerness to learn this.
• Clear communication skills for working with customers and internal teams.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to:

• 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

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

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