Canterbury Laboratory Manager

Canterbury Laboratory Manager page is loaded Canterbury Laboratory Managerlocations: Christchurchtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 15, 2025 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: R22884 Job Description At Fulton Hogan, strong leadership is an important part of being a successful and enduring infrastructure business. For the past 90 years, our leaders, both at Board and Executive level, have provided governance and direction so that together we deliver the best strategic outcomes for our business we can achieve our vision of creating, connecting and caring for communities.We are looking for a leader driven by a passion for high performance, collaboration and fostering strong relationships with employees across the business. Our culture thrives on our Real values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude and Leadership. Our employees live by these values through the work they do, every day, as one team. The Opportunity: We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to join our Canterbury Industries team as the next Laboratory Manager. In this role, you will ultimately be responsible for effectively managing the safety, quality, efficiency and financial success of the Canterbury Laboratory Department. In addition to the above you will: Plan and organise all laboratory activities and workflow, from sampling, analysis and the review of results signoff. Provide leadership, support and direction to laboratory staff, while fostering a collaborative and cohesive team environment. Drive quality and efficiency through training and mentoring of laboratory staff. Oversee and prepare the laboratory for IANZ Audits to ensure compliance with ISO 17025. Manage financial performance, ensuring optimisation of financial outcomes. Effectively manage client relationships ensuring continued success, both internally and externally. To be successful in this role, you will have: A relevant trade qualification in materials testing or similar. Proven experience managing a laboratory, ensuring high-quality outcomes and efficient use of resources. Extensive knowledge of asphalt production principals and practical applications (mix designs). A competent understanding of material properties. Strong financial and business acumen. Experience managing and developing teams of significant size to ensure continued success and growth opportunities. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work. Demonstrated leadership capability with a strong focus on people, safety and quality. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with varying levels of stakeholders. Problem solving abilities.You will be a supportive and collaborative leader with a passion for developing and growing talent. Good Work Equals Good Benefits: To ensure our employees are well looked after, we offer a suite of benefits such as: Company vehicle provided in this position Medical insurance Life insurance KiwiSaver employer contributions Fuel discount card Family scholarships Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities Great discounts at a wide range of retailers Creating, Connecting and caring for the community Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure. Do not delay! Apply now. All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment. All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities. We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.