Lab Technician jobs in New Zealand

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a Trainee Laboratory Technician to join our team in Drury. You will help test construction materials in the lab and field, keep accurate records, and support quality outcomes that matter across our work.

It’s a great role for someone who learns quickly, and can keep a good pace

In this role, you will learn how to carry out testing on aggregates, soil, asphalt, and assist with environmental monitoring. You will work closely with experienced laboratory staff and be supported to develop strong technical and quality focused skills.

About the role

This is an entry level opportunity for someone keen to build a career in laboratory testing and the wider construction materials space. You will work across lab and field testing, support equipment checks and calibration activities, and help make sure our testing meets quality, safety, and compliance standards. Experience in a similar industry is preferred, but it’s not essential. If you’re switched on, reliable, and ready to learn, we’ll back you to grow.

What we need from you

• Full class 1 licence.

• Solid computer literacy.

• A curious mindset and the ability to learn quickly in a hands on environment.

• Good attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate records.

• A team focused approach, sound initiative, and a good work pace.

• Experience in a similar industry is preferred, but not essential.

Key responsibilities but not limited to

• Carry out laboratory and field testing of construction materials to required standards.

• Record sample and test data accurately, clearly, and on time.

• Support equipment checks and monthly calibration tasks to keep the lab running well.

• Follow health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements at all times.

• Help maintain a tidy, safe, and well-organised laboratory and work area.

What we offer

Stevenson offers an excellent benefits package to our team. Our benefits include:

• Medical insurance (Eligibility period applies)

• Life insurance

• Parental leave top up with additional return to work support

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%

• BP fuel discounts

• Career progression opportunities

• Ongoing training and development, with opportunity to gain qualifications.

• Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers

• Access to free confidential counselling and support services for you and your family

We're Stevenson Aggregates (a subsidiary of Fulton Hogan)
Stevenson have a long history of successful quarrying, mining, and civil engineering laboratory testing. We know we're only ever as good as our people, which is why we're committed to hiring, developing and retaining the best in the industry.

Sounds like you?

You will receive full training and support to grow your career. If this sounds like the exciting next step in your career, and you are as passionate as we are about producing quality work with an uncompromising attitude towards safety, then apply today.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. Due to the nature of this role, we require successful candidates to hold a NZ residence or citizenship.

Please note this role is being sourced directly and we are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.