Laboratory Technician

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

We're looking for (Civil) Laboratory Technicians to join our team in Silverdale. You'll test the materials that keep our roads and infrastructure safe and performing well - from aggregates and asphalt to binders and road materials - helping our crews deliver Good Work across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This role splits your time between the lab and the field. Some days you'll be out on-site collecting samples and running field tests; other days you'll be in the lab putting materials through their paces and making sense of the results. You'll be part of a friendly, straight‑up team that looks after quality control testing for major construction projects. It is technical work, but you won't be left to figure it out alone - if you bring transferable skills and the right attitude, we'll back you with full on‑the‑job training. We work side by side, not top down, and you'll see the impact of your work out on real projects - not just on a spreadsheet.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Carry out quality control testing of aggregates, asphalt, binders and other road materials
• Collect and prepare samples both in the field and in the laboratory
• Enter, analyse and interpret test data to support decision making and keep quality standards high
• Think beyond the how to the why - understanding what your results mean for safety and performance on site
• Follow lab and site safety procedures and help keep work areas safe, tidy and well organised
• Work closely with lab teammates, leaders and site crews to support project delivery

When the stakes are high, we switch on, pull together and deliver to a very high standard.

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

• Ability to work both day and night shifts as required
• Class 1 full driver's licence (Class 2 is an advantage)
• Qualifications in engineering, geotechnical or material science (a plus, but not essential - we'll provide full role‑specific training for the right person)
• Similar experience in asphalt or aggregate testing, or strong interest and knowledge of construction materials (preferred)
• A srong health and safety mindset and good situational awareness, in the lab and on site
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, and confidence working with different teams

If you're after rigid hierarchies and a perfectly predictable day, we're probably not for you. If you want to learn, be trusted with real responsibility and see the impact of your work out on the road, you'll feel at home here.

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.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Keen to help make sure the materials behind Aotearoa's roads and infrastructure are safe, strong and built to last? Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

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