Intermediate / Senior Field Technician

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our Geotechnics team based in Christchurch as an Intermediate / Senior Field Technician.

To be successful in this position, you will have a track record illustrating a strong work ethic and the ability to deliver high-quality work. You will also have strong competency in Microsoft Word and Excel to an intermediate level, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team on some unique projects.

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

• Geotechnical field-testing and investigation
• Operation of heavy testing and soil sampling equipment
• Monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation
• Environmental monitoring
• Contract administration and data entry

Nā tōu rourou | What you’ll bring

Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are

At Geotechnics 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. We offer a social club, family events, team competitions, a well‑being allowance and a highly competitive nationwide weekly quiz.

We have a great reputation within the market place through our belief in our core values of Care, Empowerment, Ingenuity, Integrity, Fun and Futurity.

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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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

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