Laboratory Manager

Nau mai haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan Join us at Fulton Hogan

Were looking for a Laboratory Manager to join our Technical/Laboratory team in Mt Wellington. Youll lead our IANZaccredited construction materials testing laboratories and a diverse team of technicians delivering highquality ontime and compliant testing that underpins major infrastructure and pavement projects across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Mō te tūranga About the role

As our Laboratory Manager youll oversee the daytoday operation of our central Auckland materials testing laboratory and satellite facilities in Silverdale and Drury. This is a handson multisite leadership role covering both laboratory and field testing for asphalt bitumen aggregates and other construction materials. Youll ensure our testing is safe accurate efficient and compliant with IANZ and relevant standards while supporting internal and external clients across a range of this key leadership position youll have scope to influence quality innovation and continuous improvement in how we deliver our testing services.

Ngā kawenga matua Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the central Auckland laboratory and satellite labs in Silverdale and Drury including daytoday operations

• Oversee all IANZaccredited testing activities ensuring compliance with IANZ requirements and relevant standards (e.g. NZS ASTM AS/NZS)

• Manage mentor and develop a team of laboratory and field technicians including training coaching and performance management

• Plan and coordinate asphalt bitumen aggregate and other construction materials testing programmes in both the lab and the field to meet project and client requirements

• Maintain and continuously improve quality systems procedures and documentation including preparation for and followup from audits

• Drive a strong health safety and environmental culture ensuring all activities meet Fulton Hogan standards and legislative requirements

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga Were looking for someone with

• Proven experience in a laboratory management or senior technical role within construction materials testing (asphalt bitumen aggregates soils or related)

• A strong understanding of IANZ accreditation quality management systems and audit processes

• Holds a tertiary qualification in civil engineering materials science or a related discipline or has substantial equivalent experience

• Proven people management skills including the ability to lead mentor and coach staff building a positive highperforming team culture

• A strong communicator who liaises confidently and effectively with clients project teams and auditors

• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines

• Sound computer skills including experience with laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office

• A current full NZ drivers licence and flexibility to travel between Auckland Silverdale and Drury as required

He pai te mahi he pai ngā painga Good work good benefits

At Fulton Hogan we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. Youll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%

• Parental leave topup payment with additional returntowork support

• Ongoing training and development with clear career growth and progression opportunities

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

Ko wai mātou About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design build operate and maintain critical assets from bitumen and quarries to roads water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create connect and care for communities while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono How to apply:

Keen to lift the quality safety and reliability of construction materials testing across Tāmaki Makaurau and play a key role in major projects helping people drive on safer smarter roads across Aotearoa New Zealand Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a preemployment medical and drug screen prior to employment.