Lab Technician/ Chemist

at  Fugro

Job Description
Lab Technician/ Chemist
Fugro Middle East has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Lab Technician/ Chemist.
Primary responsibilities include conducting chemical analyses on samples to determine composition and contamination levels for soil, rock and water samples, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and standards, interpreting test results, and preparing detailed reports. Additionally, they maintain quality control measures, such as calibrating equipment and implementing quality assurance protocols, while also contributing to research and development efforts aimed at improving testing methods and identifying emerging contaminants.
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.

Job responsibilities:

• Collect samples to be tested, register, test, store, and dispose of them in accordance with applicable standard laboratory quality procedures, with the help of an Assistant Technician.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all chemicals, and ensure chemicals are used only within their period of validity; keep concerned persons informed about low or expiring stock well in time.
• Before each test, ensure equipment is in good working order and calibrations are up to date; carry out routine maintenance as well as performance checks, when required.
• Conduct the required tests and record the results accurately.
• Produce test data on standard format worksheets in a precise and timely manner in accordance with standard procedure and sign the worksheet at the completion of a test.
• Perform test data calculations and prepare test reports to be checked by Senior Chemist.
• After a test, ensure equipment and tools are in good condition, and if not ensure they receive proper attention and rectification; keep superior informed and take appropriate actions. Ensure unused chemicals used for testing are stored or disposed of, as required. Perform general housekeeping duties in the laboratory.
• Conduct on-the-job training of Technicians on different methods of chemical testing, as required from time to time; supervise and coach them to ensure their learning is complete.
• Provide on- the- job supervision and advice to Technicians when instructed by Laboratory Manager.
• Escalate unusual findings or difficulty in testing new or varied material or problems that cannot be solved at own level, to superiors well in time.
• Attend training sessions on Standard Testing procedures, Quality and be updated and familiar with the Quality Manual.
• Carry out other laboratory/testing/reporting duties as instructed by the Laboratory Manager.

You bring (qualifications & experience)

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-year experience.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience of working overseas, particularly in the Middle East, will be an advantage.
• Problem-solving/judgment: ability to work unsupervised and observe, think critically and to solve problems using data-analysis, interpretation, and reasoning skills.
• Teamwork: dedication and ability to work successfully with others in a team.
• Information & Communication: ability to receive information from, and convey information to others, in a timely and clear manner, using appropriate language, and communication tools.
• Client focus: ability to generate client satisfaction (internally and externally), potentially resulting in long term client relationships and additional business.
• Planning & organizing: able to set priorities and determine actions, time and resources (tools, software, people, and budget as appropriate.) to achieve pre-defined goals. Monitor and manage timely delivery, leading to reliability and client satisfaction.

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 create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
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

• Collect samples to be tested, register, test, store, and dispose of them in accordance with applicable standard laboratory quality procedures, with the help of an Assistant Technician.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all chemicals, and ensure chemicals are used only within their period of validity; keep concerned persons informed about low or expiring stock well in time.
• Before each test, ensure equipment is in good working order and calibrations are up to date; carry out routine maintenance as well as performance checks, when required.
• Conduct the required tests and record the results accurately.
• Produce test data on standard format worksheets in a precise and timely manner in accordance with standard procedure and sign the worksheet at the completion of a test.
• Perform test data calculations and prepare test reports to be checked by Senior Chemist.
• After a test, ensure equipment and tools are in good condition, and if not ensure they receive proper attention and rectification; keep superior informed and take appropriate actions. Ensure unused chemicals used for testing are stored or disposed of, as required. Perform general housekeeping duties in the laboratory.
• Conduct on-the-job training of Technicians on different methods of chemical testing, as required from time to time; supervise and coach them to ensure their learning is complete.
• Provide on- the- job supervision and advice to Technicians when instructed by Laboratory Manager.
• Escalate unusual findings or difficulty in testing new or varied material or problems that cannot be solved at own level, to superiors well in time.
• Attend training sessions on Standard Testing procedures, Quality and be updated and familiar with the Quality Manual.
• Carry out other laboratory/testing/reporting duties as instructed by the Laboratory Manager