Geotechnical Core Lab Technician: Soil & Rock Testing

Fugro; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Group life assurance

Group income protection

Discounted gym membership

Discounts platform

The Fugro Card

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Long service awards

Fugro values awards

Employee referral bonus scheme

Job summary

Fugro in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Core Logging team. You will support processing, testing and logging soil and rock samples from projects worldwide, ensuring quality and safety in a modern geotechnical laboratory.

The role emphasises accurate data entry, routine equipment checks, and collaboration with engineers and specialists. A GCSE in Geology or related field is required, with a keen interest in geotechnical investigations and developing new

Qualifications

• GCSE qualification in Geology, Geoscience, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Interest in geotechnical investigations and laboratory testing.
• Strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Good numerical, analytical and data management skills.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and established standards.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal conductivity and electrical resistivity testing on soil and rock samples.
• Process, prepare and assist with testing and logging of samples to industry standards.
• Enter, analyse and verify test data using spreadsheets and specialist software.
• Calculate and validate laboratory test results.
• Carry out routine equipment checks, maintenance and calibration activities.
• Maintain equipment inventories, calibration records and laboratory documentation.
• Support continuous improvement, safe working practices and quality standards.
• Assist with training and development of other team members when required.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Laboratory testing

Data management

Teamwork

Communication

Proactive learning

Education

GCSE in Geology or related discipline

Geoscience/Earth Science/Civil Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

Spreadsheets

Specialist software

Job description

Fugro in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Core Logging team. You will support processing, testing and logging soil and rock samples from projects worldwide, ensuring quality and safety in a modern geotechnical laboratory.

The role emphasises accurate data entry, routine equipment checks, and collaboration with engineers and specialists. A GCSE in Geology or related field is required, with a keen interest in geotechnical investigations and developing new