Senior Laboratory Technician/ Adit Development Lead Environmental, Earth & Geosciences (Science & Technology) We are looking for an experienced laboratory technician to perform laboratory and/or field testing, with attention to safely providing support to our sub-disciplines. The work will be based in Onekawa, Napier, and split between a development role where you will be liaising with clients as part of a project team, and a typical civil engineering laboratory role. Often the work is hands–on, physical and dirty, requiring a reasonable degree of physical capability and, at times, working in adverse environmental conditions. This role will guarantee a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, but may require early starts, late finishes, and occasional overtime.Tasks and ResponsibilitiesGeotechnical field-testing, sampling, investigating, and testing/ monitoring of ground material properties.Civil laboratory testing.Operating heavy testing and soil sampling equipment.Tracking bug fixes and changes.Acting as a Subject Matter Expert for the product and developing subject matter expertise in parallel areas/ workstreams. Owning the product, modules, features, user stories, backlog, what's been developed, and what needs to be developed/released over time. Engaging with the Project Team to understand what adds maximum value from a customer viewpoint and to the economics of the solution.Interfacing with all stakeholders for continued development and embedment of solutionsTroubleshooting customer and staff technical inquiriesLabelling, sealing, and storing samples appropriately.Handling/disposing of hazardous or toxic chemicals and samples responsibly and with care. Prioritising the safety and well-being of yourself and the team. What you'll bringBSc or other relevant tertiary degree 2-5 years of work experience in the laboratory testing of soil, concrete, aggregate, and asphalt.A good level of physical fitness and ability to lift items weighing 25kg+ on a regular basis.Computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word.AGS experience would be desirable.A full driver's license.We are seeking an individual that brings their personality to the role, prides themselves on providing quality reliable data for customers and strives for just a little bit more.Flexibility to adapt quickly to change.Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision, but also collaborate with team members when required.High standards, meticulous attention to detail and quality.Able to look at situations from both a commercial and customer perspective;Committed to performing all work in accordance with our IANZ accreditation and project management system.About usGeotechnics 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, Napier, Tauranga, Wellington, Nelson and Christchurch.At Geotechnics we believe you should love your job and the environment you work in.Our teams are an outgoing, sporty bunch, who enjoy team events and activities. Our company culture has been integral to our growth and development - we offer a social club, family events, team competitions, a $750 annual well-being allowance, and a highly competitive nationwide weekly quiz. We have a great reputation within the marketplace through our belief in our core values of Care, Empowerment, Ingenuity, Integrity, Fun and Futurity.We actively promote an open culture where innovation and continuous improvement is encouraged. We offer ongoing training, continued educational support, internal mentoring, and professional memberships.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.This role offers a salary of $65,000 - $75,000 per annum + an annual $750 Wellbeing allowance.How to ApplyApply online by clicking the Apply Now button or for more information on Geotechnics Ltd, go to www.geotechnics.co.nz. For more information on our careers go to www.tonkintaylor.co.nz/careers.'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity.We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Puhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Maori or Pacific languages to apply.T+T are proud to be part of the Rainbow Tick Whanau and welcome applicants from rainbow communities.Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
