Overview
Fugro’s Marine Environmental team is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Sediment and Water Quality Scientist to join the Sediment Laboratory and Water Quality department in Portchester, Hampshire. This is a full-time, twelve-month contract where the successful candidate will support sediment analysis and water quality sampling activities and contribute to the delivery of high-quality technical outputs. The Marine Environmental team specialises in environmental site characterisation and environmental monitoring. The data we collect enables our clients and regulatory organisations to understand the effects of developments and activities in the coastal and marine environment.
Following comprehensive training, the role involves conducting laboratory tests on marine sediment and water samples, including particle size distribution, total suspended solids and total dissolved solids and other associated tests. It also includes performing water quality sampling for microbiological monitoring projects at schools, leisure centres and aboard cruise ships. Additional responsibilities include administrative support and maintaining a clean, organised laboratory environment, all in alignment with Fugro’s quality, health, safety, security, and environmental standards.
Responsibilities
* Prepare sediment and water samples from projects globally for testing and then run a series of tests as prescribed by the client.
* Conduct water quality sampling of swimming pools and potable water facilities at schools and leisure centres located around the Hampshire and West Sussex region.
* Conduct water quality sampling of recreational and potable water facilities aboard cruise ships, typically located in and around the South and South West regions.
* Contribute towards the production of sediment and water quality results and test certificates.
* Assist in maintaining UKAS (ISO 17025) accreditation for the laboratory testing/sampling activities, including conducting standard procedures, quality control checks, equipment maintenance and laboratory records, as allocated.
* Assist in the general maintenance of the laboratory and water quality department including housekeeping, sample storage and sample tracking.
Please note that the position requires a 37.5-hour week; flexible working hours can be discussed at interview. Weekend working, working away from home, and overtime will be required from time to time.
What we’re looking for
* BSc in Marine Science or Environmental Science or relevant equivalent.
* Clean UK driving licence.
* Troubleshooting skills and high attention to detail.
* Ability to work unsupervised and take ownership of tasks.
* Strong interpersonal skills and works well within a team.
* Strong organisational skills.
* Good Microsoft Office capabilities.
* Excellent numeracy, literacy and oral communication skills.
* Proven ability to work to deadlines.
* Experience of laboratory analysis of physico-chemical sediment and water samples would be an advantage.
* Experience of water quality sampling of recreational and potable water facilities would be an advantage.
What we offer
* Extensive career and training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
* Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including car allowance, contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
* 25 days annual leave.
* Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
* Opportunity to lease a discounted electric car.
* Flexible working hours.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Free parking.
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