Job Description
Wallingford, Oxfordshire | On-site | Full-time | 37.5 hours/week
Are you curious about the ground beneath your feet? At Fugro, we turn that curiosity into insight. Join our laboratory team in Wallingford and play a key role in delivering high-impact geotechnical data that supports major infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK and beyond. As a Staff Laboratory Technician, you’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team working hands-on with soil and rock samples to produce accurate, reliable results that help shape the world around us.
This is an on-site role in our modern laboratory, where you’ll work closely with technicians, engineers, and team leaders. You’ll report to a Team Leader within your testing area and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your technical skills, this is a great opportunity to build a meaningful career in geoscience.
Your Role and Responsibilities
Perform a variety of laboratory tests on soil and rock samples, following client specifications and industry standards.
Accurately record and calculate test data using spreadsheets and data logging systems.
Ensure all testing is carried out to the highest safety and quality standards.
Collaborate with team leaders and quality engineers to ensure timely and compliant data delivery.
Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, keeping accurate records of checks and servicing.
Support the lab’s accreditation to ISO 17025 by upholding rigorous quality procedures.
Contribute to a positive QHSSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) culture through active participation and awareness.
What You’ll Need to Thrive in This Role
5+ GCSEs (or equivalent), ideally with English, Maths, and Science.
Strong numeracy and literacy skills, with attention to detail in data handling and documentation.
Basic IT skills, including confidence using Excel and digital data systems.
A proactive, safety-conscious mindset and willingness to learn new testing techniques.
Previous laboratory experience is desirable but not essential — full training will be provided.
About Us
Who we are
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.
What we offer
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So, bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
Benefits of joining our team
Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Group life assurance
Group income protection
Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies.
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Discounts platform
The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Long service awards
Fugro values awards
Employee referral bonus scheme
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.