Laboratory Technician - Core Logging

Fugro-Geoteam AS; Louvain-la-Neuve; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fugro-Geoteam AS, based in Louvain-la-Neuve, is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician for their Geotechnical Laboratory. The role involves handling soil and material samples and operating data logging equipment. Strong fluency in both French and English is needed.

The successful candidate will perform geotechnical tests while ensuring high quality and safety standards. Candidates should have basic scientific knowledge and Excel proficiency, with opportunities for newcomers eager to grow in a technical environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience preferred, but motivated newcomers are welcome.
• Good organization and ability to work alone or with a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures.
• Basic understanding of scientific or technical principles.

Responsabilités

• Open liners, identify the type of soils, describe and sub‑sample soils.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory tests to the highest safety and quality standards.
• Record and process test data accurately using worksheets and spreadsheets.
• Calibrate, clean, and verify laboratory instruments.

Connaissances

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Excel proficiency

Strong numeracy

Strong literacy

IT skills

Formation

Solid general education including English, mathematics and science

Description du poste

Job Description Laboratory Technician – Core Logging 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 multidisciplinary teams to provide clients with all aspects required to characterize their sites and achieve optimized 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 our close relationships with numerous academic institutions. Working around the globe, Fugro employs more than 10,000 employees in about 55 countries. Fugro Belgium is looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Laboratory Technician to join our Geotechnical Laboratory in Louvain‑la‑Neuve. This is a hands‑on technical role where you will actively handle soil and material samples, run laboratory tests, operate computer‑controlled data logging equipment, and ensure accurate, high‑quality data processing.

Flexibility to travel occasionally to Wallingford (UK) is required. Your onboarding will begin with a 3‑month training period in Wallingford, our sister company.

Main Responsibilities

• Core‑logging: Open liners, identify the type of soils, describe and sub‑sample soils.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory tests to the highest safety and quality standards, including hands‑on sample preparation and equipment handling.
• Assess whether test results meet technical expectations and peer review requirements.
• Record and process test data accurately using worksheets and spreadsheets.
• Calibrate, clean, and verify laboratory instruments, and maintain calibration records.
• Work independently while following established procedures and protocols.
• Contribute to the day‑to‑day practical operations of the laboratory.

Skills & Candidate Profile

• Fluency in French and English.
• Solid general education (ideally including English, mathematics and science).
• 1–5 years of experience preferred, but motivated newcomers are welcome.
• Strong numeracy, literacy and IT skills (Excel proficiency required).
• Good organization and ability to work alone or with a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures.
• Basic understanding of scientific or technical principles (physics, mechanics, materials).
• Comfort with laboratory equipment and willingness to learn advanced testing methods.
• Reliability, discipline, structured work approach and strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to the UK and to work on vessels.
• Motivation to grow in a specialized technical environment with a strong reference for hands‑on, manual and occasionally physically demanding work.