This is a 6-month fixed-term opportunity
The role will coordinate and schedule the trial mix and test programme both in the laboratory and production to investigate the impact and performance of alternative materials and binders and verify compliance to NZ and International standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule and prepare laboratory and production trial and test programme.
- Source raw material samples needed for the trial initiatives identified.
- Lead and carry out laboratory scale trial mixes, associated testing, collation of results and prepare reports.
- Document trial procedures, establish and maintain procedures in line with industry standards. Collaborate with the Pokeno Lab Team to learn best practices.
- Perform and monitor routine concrete checks and tests including those to determine plastic and hardened properties, surface finish, durability, etc. Reinforcing steel checks include those to determine tensile strength, ultimate yield, ductility, etc).
- Present results and reports to relevant stakeholders of trials so that the results can be used for decision making purposes.
- Suggest and implement improvements to trial processes to increase quality of results and/or efficiency
Key Attributes
- A Science, Materials Science or Engineering tertiary qualification.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a testing or laboratory setting, including the writing of reports.
- Experience working independently and following testing procedures.
- Experience with construction materials and concrete is preferred.
- Experience in concrete technology and mix design processes and principles
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as a team alongside fellow technicians, plant operators, and site supervisors
- Technical aptitude, solutions and results driven, attention to detail and quality focused.
Who we are:
Founded in 1973, Hynds is New Zealand's premier product supplier for the management of water and water-based waste in the civil and rural infrastructure markets. Hynds remains proudly family-owned and has built its reputation on customer service and innovation.
We are committed as a team to helping our customers succeed and believe in the Hynds Values to guide the way. Hynds is a place where people matter, where we do what's right and where we connect with our customers.
Pre-employment checks:
Hynds are committed to high levels of health and safety. Therefore, all candidates will be expected to pass a pre-employment medical and alcohol & drug screen, along with satisfactorily passing a criminal history check. You will also need the legal right to work in NZ.
