Job Description
The role
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 play a key role in supporting sediment analysis and water quality sampling, contributing to the delivery of high-quality technical outputs that inform decisions about marine environments. The team specialises in environmental site characterisation and monitoring, collecting data that helps clients and regulators understand the impact of coastal and marine developments.
Following comprehensive training, the role involves conducting laboratory tests on marine sediment and water samples, including size distribution, total suspended solids and total dissolved solids. 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
Please note:
A full clean driving licence and your own transport are required
A full medical assessment must be completed before starting
Please note: This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship either now or in the future
Who we’re looking for:
1. BSc in Marine Science or Environmental Science or relevant equivalent.
2. Clean UK driving licence.
3. Troubleshooting skills and high attention to detail.
4. Ability to work unsupervised and take ownership of tasks.
5. Strong interpersonal skills and works well within a team.
6. Strong organisational skills.
7. Good Microsoft Office capabilities.
8. Excellent numeracy, literacy and oral communication skills.
9. Proven ability to work to deadlines.
10. Experience of laboratory analysis of physico-chemical sediment and water samples would be an advantage.
11. Experience of water quality sampling of recreational and potable water facilities would be an advantage.
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.
12. Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
13. Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including car allowance, contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
14. 25 days annual leave.
15. Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
16. Opportunity to lease a discounted electric car.
17. Flexible working hours.
18. Cycle to work scheme.
19. Free parking.
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.
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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.