R&D Laboratory Technician in Christchurch

Heavy Building Materials Divisional Support

Location

Job Reference

42212

Posted Date

19-Jan-2026

Closing Date

04-Feb-2026

Description

At Fletcher Building, we’ve been shaping New Zealand’s built environment for over 100 years. From iconic infrastructure to sustainable solutions, we’re committed to creating spaces where communities thrive. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to foster an inclusive, supportive workplace where your ideas matter.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development, including funded study toward concrete technology qualifications
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and wellbeing
• Access to Fletcher Building’s employee discounts and wellbeing programs

About the Role

As an R&D Laboratory Technician, you’ll play a key role in our materials lab, performing concrete and aggregate testing to national standards. You’ll work closely with a collaborative team, ensuring accuracy and quality in every step of the process. This is a hands‑on role where your attention to detail and problem‑solving skills will shine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct laboratory and occasional field tests following national standards
• Prepare, label, and cure test samples with precision
• Collect and analyze data, maintaining accurate records
• Care for equipment and assist with lab maintenance
• Support health, safety, and environmental practices every day

What We’re Looking For

• Strong practical skills with a keen eye for detail
• Reasonable maths and problem‑solving ability
• A valid driver’s license (manual driving required) and forklift license
• Experience in concrete production or testing is an advantage
• Comfortable working in a team and in varied conditions

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a better future.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. Our diversity is one of the things that make us better together. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement