Laboratory Technician
GIB® (Winstone Wallboards Ltd)
Auckland, New Zealand · Sözleşme
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- 1+ yıl
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- 1
- Yayınlandı
- 3 saat önce
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- Ofiste
- Eğitim
- B.Sc.
- Uygunluk
- Recent graduates and applicants with a science background, ideally Chemistry, who have at least some laboratory support experience and are interested in product development work.
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About the company
Winstone Wallboards is New Zealand’s sole producer of gypsum plasterboard and the company behind the well-known GIB® brand. As part of Fletcher Building, it has contributed to New Zealand’s development since 1927 through product innovation and a strong focus on quality.
Role overview
This is a 12-month fixed-term laboratory position based in Penrose, supporting the Product Development team. The role suits a science graduate with a chemistry background who enjoys hands-on lab work, product evaluation, and collaborating on building product improvements.
What you will do
- Mix and prepare laboratory formulations for development work.
- Source and ready raw materials and plasterboard samples for testing.
- Carry out physical and performance testing on compounds and finished products.
- Document, review, and communicate laboratory results.
- Help compare products against competitor offerings for benchmarking purposes.
- Assist with field trials and broader product development initiatives.
- Keep laboratory records and supporting documents accurate and up to date.
About you
The ideal candidate is likely a recent graduate and preferably has at least 1 year of experience in laboratory support. You should have a Bachelor’s degree in Science, with Chemistry as the preferred major, along with practical knowledge of applied chemistry and standard lab methods. Strong accuracy, organisation, numerical reasoning, problem-solving ability, clear communication, and confidence using Microsoft Office are also important.
Why this role
- Join a leading manufacturer in New Zealand’s building products sector.
- Build experience in product development and innovation.
- Work with experienced scientists and technical experts.
- Be part of a team that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Additional information
This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract and is based onsite in Penrose, Auckland. The role is focused on laboratory support for compounds development and product testing.
Who can apply
Applicants with a science degree, ideally Chemistry, and a background in laboratory support are encouraged to apply. Recent graduates are welcome, provided they bring the required technical foundation and willingness to learn.