Geotechnical Instrumentation Monitoring Technician

Our Company specializes in materials testing company, providing laboratory and field testing services to the civil and environmental engineering industry with offices across New Zealand. We have an exciting opportunity for a Instrumentation Monitoring Technician to join our team in Newmarket, Auckland.
In this role, you will install and monitor instrumentation in the field, process and report data, and perform accompanying administration tasks. You will need a high level of computer literacy including good knowledge of Excel. The job is approximately 2/3rds fieldwork and 1/3 office work, therefore you will need a willingness to get hands dirty and enjoy working outdoors all weather and conditions.
You will need to be fit and physically capable of lifting and carrying heavy monitoring equipment (30kg). A full driver's licence is ideal. You will be speaking with contractors and engineers on-site so therefore you will also be a good communicator and customer focussed.
We are looking for a practical person with good tool skills and the "Kiwi No 8 wire" mentality. We want someone who is self-motivated and good at troubleshooting. You will be part of a team but will be required to work independently under the direction of the Team Leader and Engineers.
We offer on-going training and professional development - on the job and formal courses aimed at developing your career. We also promote an open culture where innovation and continuous improvement is encouraged.Our company is 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 for applicants who have studied a Diploma in Science or Engineering with a focus on Earth Science, Physical Geography, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Our team is an outgoing, sporty bunch, who enjoy after-hours events and activities. We offer a social club, family events, team sport competitions, a well-being allowance, and a highly competitive nationwide weekly quiz. We have a great reputation within the market place through our belief in our core values of Care, Integrity, Empowerment, Fun, Ingenuity, and Futurity.APPLY NOW