Geotechnical Field Technician — Lab & Surveying

Sibelco; Itteren; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco Maastricht is seeking a Geotechnician to conduct field monitoring and laboratory testing at our mining and quarry sites. The role covers geotechnical, hydrological and environmental measurements, with installation and maintenance of monitoring equipment and sample handling.

You will perform surveying tasks with drones, GPS, total stations, and leveling instruments while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in surveying, laboratory testing, and field monitoring is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• English and French – proficient verbal and written communication; basic Dutch/German an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform field monitoring at mines and quarries, including geotechnical, hydrological and environmental measurements.
• Install, maintain and inspect monitoring equipment (inclinometers, piezometers, etc.).
• Collect, prepare and transport field samples according to procedures.
• Ensure data is accurately recorded and reported.
• Perform soil, rock and water testing per laboratory standards.
• Support QA/QC activities and maintain testing records.
• Conduct basic surveying using drones, GPS, total stations and levelling instruments.

Skills

Geotechnical monitoring basics

Data recording & reporting

Field safety compliance

Education

Dutch MBO Level 3/4

Tools

Drone systems

GPS equipment

Total stations

Levelling instruments

Inclinometers

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Sibelco Maastricht is seeking a Geotechnician to conduct field monitoring and laboratory testing at our mining and quarry sites. The role covers geotechnical, hydrological and environmental measurements, with installation and maintenance of monitoring equipment and sample handling.

You will perform surveying tasks with drones, GPS, total stations, and leveling instruments while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.