Road Materials Lab Technician – Night/Weekend Shifts

Downer; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Discounts on technology stores and gym

Employee referral bonus ($500)

Progression and leadership programs

Job summary

Downer’s Lab team in Tauranga seeks a motivated Laboratory Technician. You will perform testing of asphalt, aggregates, and soils to ensure quality and compliance for North Island projects, in both laboratory and field settings.

The role requires night and weekend rostering flexibility, a Full NZ Class 1 licence, and solid Excel/Word skills. It is a full-time, permanent position based at the Omanawa laboratory with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• NZ Class 1 driver’s licence is required.
• Testing experience preferred but not essential in civil engineering projects.
• Physically fit with ability to lift 20 kg.
• Strong MS Excel and Word skills are expected.
• Ability to work in a team with some leadership experience.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of construction materials (asphalt, aggregates, soils) in lab and field.
• Provide testing and technical support for North Island projects.
• Work night shifts and weekend rosters as required.
• Ensure quality and compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Skills

NZ driver’s licence

Testing experience

Physical strength

MS Excel

MS Word

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Downer’s Lab team in Tauranga seeks a motivated Laboratory Technician. You will perform testing of asphalt, aggregates, and soils to ensure quality and compliance for North Island projects, in both laboratory and field settings.

The role requires night and weekend rostering flexibility, a Full NZ Class 1 licence, and solid Excel/Word skills. It is a full-time, permanent position based at the Omanawa laboratory with opportunities for career progression.