Laboratory Technician

Geotechnics Ltd; Wellington; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project bonus

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Geotechnics Ltd is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Kapiti/Wellington team. The role is based in the Kapiti region with travel to Manakau, near Ōtaki, and involves a mix of laboratory testing on soil, rock, aggregate and concrete, plus occasional site work.

The position is full-time and permanent, with a program that supports skill development. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of geotechnical lab experience, a relevant degree or diploma, and a clean NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of geotechnical laboratory testing experience on soil, rock, aggregate, and concrete.
• Ability to enter, process and report data accurately.
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence.
• Degree or diploma in Geography, Geology, Earth Sciences or similar.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical and construction materials tests on soil, rock, aggregate and concrete in the laboratory.
• Occasionally attend sites to perform concrete testing (slump, spread, moulding cylinders).
• Enter, process and report data accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with team and clients to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

Skills

Geotechnical testing

Data entry / data handling

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Geography / Geology / Earth Sciences degree or diploma

Job description

Laboratory Technician – Wellington, Kapiti Coast

We are seeking Laboratory Technicians with 2+ years’ experience to support our team working on the Ōtaki to North of Levin project. This is a full-time, permanent role based in the Kapiti region — you will need to be able to travel to Manakau, outside of Ōtaki.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking to broaden their geotechnical and construction materials testing skills, gain exposure to a wide scope of services, and be part of a leading specialist geotechnical testing company.

The role is hands-on and physically demanding, so a reasonable level of fitness is required. The role may involve early starts, late finishes, and overtime when required.

Your responsibilities will include performing a variety of laboratory-based geotechnical and construction materials tests on soil, rock, aggregate, and concrete. You may also occasionally be required to attend sites to carry out concrete testing, such as slump, spread, and moulding cylinders.

• At least 2 years+ experience conducting geotechnical and construction materials laboratory tests on soil, rock, aggregate, and concrete samples
• Performing all work in accordance with our IANZ accreditation and project management system
• Entering, processing, and reporting data accurately
• Collaboratingwith employees and clients to ensure high-quality project outcomes
• Ability to motivate with enthusiasm and empathy, bringing positive energy, uplifting others, and inspiring the team to work together toward shared goals.
• Ideally you will have a degree or diploma in Geography, Geology, Earth Sciences, Physical Science, or similar
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence
• Physically capable to handle and test samples up to 25 kg
• Excellent digital and data skills
• Great problem-solving and trouble‑shooting skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy and quality
• Hardworking, self‑motivated and a positive attitude
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision and collaborate with team members
• Ability to manage project objectives
• Excellent communication skills and the flexibility to adapt quickly to change
• Safety conscious

Join us on the 02NL project and enjoy a comprehensive package that includes a competitive salary, project bonus, wellbeing benefits, and a range of additional perks. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a key project while building your skills and broadening your experience.

Geotechnics Ltd is a specialist materials testing company, providing laboratory- and field-testing services to the geotechnical, civil and environmental engineering industries. We have offices in Auckland, Pukekohe, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Nelson and Christchurch.

At Geotechnics we believe you should love your job and the environment you work in.

We offer ongoing training and professional development and promote an open culture where innovation and continuous improvement is encouraged. Geotechnics Ltd is a company where you can feel comfortable asking others for advice and where people are equally willing to listen to your ideas. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, though professional team who focus on delivering first-class, efficient solutions.

We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer and a member of Diversity Works.

Geotechnics is committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will act in good faith to maintain an inclusive environment where mātāpono, mana and hua guide our ethos and that of the projects we are trusted with. We believe in embracing growth opportunities that prepare Aotearoa New Zealand for a future inspired by Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply.

At Geotechnics, we’re all about creating and sustaining a better world through the excellence of our work, and the values we promote in our everyday lives.