Geotechnical Lab Scientist & Data Interpreter

Fugro; Chieveley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Group life assurance

Group income protection

Electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

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 seeks a Geotechnical Laboratory Scientist to perform a range of geotechnical tests at the Wallingford Laboratory. You will work with technicians, scientists, engineers and data analysts in a collaborative, safety-focused environment, reporting to the Team Lead - Rock Testing.

The role involves developing expertise in laboratory methods, data interpretation and quality systems, with opportunities for training and career progression in a full-time on-site setting five days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in regulated lab or geotechnical-testing environment with data analysis.
• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills, ability to interpret technical information and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical laboratory tests in line with approved procedures and accreditation requirements.
• Generate, process and review test data, check calculations and results for accuracy and validity.
• Identify anomalies or deviations, escalate concerns and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Apply ISO/IEC 17025 and quality systems, contribute to audits and quality reviews.
• Support timely delivery of lab programmes while balancing technical quality with client commitments.
• Assist method development, validation and continuous improvement of lab services.
• Share knowledge, support training and promote safe working through risk assessments and toolbox talks.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Civil/Geotechnical Engineering)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft 365

LIMS

Job description

Fugro seeks a Geotechnical Laboratory Scientist to perform a range of geotechnical tests at the Wallingford Laboratory. You will work with technicians, scientists, engineers and data analysts in a collaborative, safety-focused environment, reporting to the Team Lead - Rock Testing.

The role involves developing expertise in laboratory methods, data interpretation and quality systems, with opportunities for training and career progression in a full-time on-site setting five days per week.