Quality Technician

Hynds Pipe Systems Limited; Pokeno; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hynds Pipe Systems Limited is seeking a hands-on QA Technician at our Pokeno manufacturing site to ensure precast concrete and concrete pipe products meet high quality standards, protecting our S-Mark certification and the reliability of infrastructure across New Zealand. You will perform routine product testing, QA checks, NCRs, and data reporting, while supporting trials and lab readiness.

A tertiary QA/Civil Engineering qualification and 1+ year experience are preferred, with Excel

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience in civil engineering and/or manufacturing lab testing of concrete samples and products.
• A tertiary qualification in QA, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of laboratory procedures and testing practices.
• Computer literacy, including confidence with MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine product testing, load testing, and water-tightness (hydrostatic) testing on concrete pipes, in line with national and international standards
• Performing pre-pour and post-pour QA checks on precast concrete - mould dimensions, reinforcement, product finish and marking
• Conducting dimensional checks on pipes and reinforcement cages, and repairing concrete products as needed
• Raising and closing out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for products that don't meet standard
• Supporting concrete trials, sample preparation, and characterisation of sand, aggregates and additives
• Keeping the lab and testing equipment clean, calibrated, and audit-ready
• Compiling and reporting QA data daily, weekly and monthly, and flagging any out-of-tolerance results
• Providing relief cover across Batcher, Gatekeeper, Precast, Pipe Technician and Lab roles as required
• Contributing to a safe, clean and efficient site through strong health, safety and environmental practices

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Continuous improvement

Education

Tertiary qualification in QA or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Hynds is looking for a hands‑on QA Technician to join our Pokeno manufacturing site. You'll play a key role in ensuring the precast concrete and concrete pipe products we produce meet the highest quality standards - protecting our S-Mark certification, our reputation, and the infrastructure our communities rely on.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out routine product testing, load testing, and water-tightness (hydrostatic) testing on concrete pipes, in line with national and international standards
• Performing pre-pour and post-pour QA checks on precast concrete - mould dimensions, reinforcement, product finish and marking
• Conducting dimensional checks on pipes and reinforcement cages, and repairing concrete products as needed
• Raising and closing out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for products that don't meet standard
• Supporting concrete trials, sample preparation, and characterisation of sand, aggregates and additives
• Keeping the lab and testing equipment clean, calibrated, and audit-ready
• Compiling and reporting QA data daily, weekly and monthly, and flagging any out-of-tolerance results
• Providing relief cover across Batcher, Gatekeeper, Precast, Pipe Technician and Lab roles as required
• Contributing to a safe, clean and efficient site through strong health, safety and environmental practices

What We're Looking For

• At least 1 year's experience in civil engineering and/or manufacturing lab testing of concrete samples and products
• A tertiary qualification in QA, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Solid understanding of laboratory procedures and testing practices
• Computer literacy, including confidence with MS Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in test results
• Strong communication skills and a genuine team-player attitude
• A safety-first mindset and the ability to safely lift up to 20kg
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a drive for continuous improvement

Why Join Hynds?

• Be part of a business where people genuinely matter, and safety comes first
• Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
• Work within a supportive, close-knit production and quality team
• Play a hands‑on role in delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions for New Zealand