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Laboratory and Field Technician – Wellington or Kapiti/Horowhenua

If you are keen to gain hands-on geotechnical field and laboratory experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a practical environment.

We have roles based in Wellington and in the Kāpiti/Horowhenua region.

This position is well suited to students or graduates of Earth Science, Geology, Physical Geography, or the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering. Previous experience is not essential, as full on-the-job training will be provided.

The nature of the work may involve early starts, late finishes, and occasional overtime, offering valuable real-world exposure to geotechnical projects.

Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu pūkenga | We want your skills

This role will mainly involve:

  • Construction materials testing (field and laboratory)
  • Data entry and reporting

Nā tōu rourou | What you’ll bring

  • A Bachelor of Science (BSc) qualification, majoring in Earth Science, Geology, Physical Geography, Environmental Science (preferred)
  • You will ideally have completed at least Level 2 NCEA and have 0-2 years’ work experience.
  • A full drivers licence and ability to operate a manual vehicle.
  • Able to lift items weighing 20kg+;
  • Computer literate – especially Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail

Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are

Geotechnics 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, Tauranga, Napier, Wellington, Nelson and Christchurch. At Geotechnics we believe you should love your job and the environment you work in.

We offer ongoing training and professional development and promote an open culture where innovation and continuous improvement is encouraged.

Interested? Apply online by clicking the Apply Now button or for more information on for more on Geotechnics Ltd, go to www.geotechnics.co.nz.

We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer and a member of Diversity Works.

Geotechnics is committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.  We will act in good faith to maintain an inclusive environment where mātāpono, mana and hua guide our ethos and that of the projects we are trusted with.  We believe in embracing growth opportunities that prepare Aotearoa New Zealand for a future inspired by Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply.