Geotechnical Technician

We are looking for a Geotechnical Technician at beginner to intermediate level to join our team in Napier. This full-time position ideal for someone with 1+ years experience in a similar role.

In this role, you will be expected to perform field testing to a high level of accuracy. The work will be hands-on and physical, and therefore requires a reasonable degree of physical capability and, at times, may involve working in adverse environmental conditions. The nature of the work may require early starts, late finishes, and occasional overtime.

What you'll bring

You will ideally have completed a degree or a diploma in Geography, Geology, Earth Sciences, Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Science.
Ideally 1+ years' similar work experience.
A full driver's license (Class 1).
Able to lift items weighing 25+ kg on a regular basis; and
Computer literate, especially in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Able to work autonomously with little supervision but also collaborate with team members when required.
Excellent communication skills.
Have a high work standard and good attention to detail.

We are looking for a Geotechnical Technician at beginner to intermediate level to join our team in Napier. This full-time position starting is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop or kick-start their career, as on-the-job training is provided.

In this role, you will be expected to perform field testing to a high level of accuracy. The work will be hands-on and physical, and therefore requires a reasonable degree of physical capability and, at times, may involve working in adverse environmental conditions. The nature of the work may require early starts, late finishes, and occasional overtime.

What you'll bring

You will ideally have completed a degree or a diploma in Geography, Geology, Earth Sciences, Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Science.
Ideally 1+ years' similar work experience.
A full driver's license (Class 1).
Able to lift items weighing 25+ kg on a regular basis; and
Computer literate, especially in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Able to work autonomously with little supervision but also collaborate with team members when required.
Excellent communication skills.
Have a high work standard and good attention to detail.

About us

ABC Ltd is a specialist materials testing company providing laboratory- and field-testing services to the geotechnical, civil and environmental engineering industries.

Why join ABC

At ABC 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.

ABC 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.

We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Pūhoro STEM Academy.

We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages to apply.