Job Description
Fugro is the world’s leading, independent provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure and natural resources. Fugro leverages its global multi-disciplinary teams to provide clients with all aspects required to characterise their sites and achieve optimised foundation design and asset life extension. Our engineers develop new industry-leading methods using our advanced understanding of geotechnical in-situ and laboratory testing and using our close relationships with numerous academic institutions. Working around the globe, Fugro employs approximately 9,000 employees in around 59 countries.
Fugro in Belgium offer specialized consultancy and engineering services in both land and marine environments. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated Geotechnical Laboratory Technician. The successful candidate will join our Geotechnical Laboratory in Louvain-La-Neuve to perform various Laboratory tests without direct supervision, the use of computer controlled data logging equipment, recording data in hand written format and entering it into bespoke data processing templates.
Key responsibilities
- Perform Laboratory tests to the highest level of safety and quality standards;
- Develop an understanding whether test results are likely to to pass peer review in terms of technical quality;
- Accurate and thorough recording of test data onto test worksheets; The calculation of Laboratory test results using simple spreadsheets;
- Calibration and checking of test instrumentation / equipment and maintenance of calibration records.
Key Skills
- You are fluent in French in English;
- Good standard of general education (including English, Maths and Science) or similar qualifications.
- 1-5 years of relevant experience is preferred. No experience? With the right commitment and mentality you can also be the right person
- Good numeracy and literacy;
- An eye for detail and an ability to follow procedures are vital;
- Good IT skills, particularly the use of MS Excel.
Why would you choose us
- We aim to create a family like working environment and enjoy working together
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits (pension scheme, health insurance, etc)
- We are a multicultural team that cultivates entrepreneurial attitude and desire to continuously learn and keep improving
- We believe in delivering results rather than hours and strive for family-friendly employment practices
- We provide the right environment and career path for people who are passionate about geotechnics
- We cherish initiatives to promote our employees wellbeing and health
- Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home in accordance with corporate policies
- Premium working environment in our new office in Louvain-la-Neuve in one of the largest geotechnical laboratory in Europe
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:
Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.