Job Description

Join Fugro as a Deputy Team Leader – Standard Laboratory in Belgium!

Fugro is seeking a bright, highly skilled, and motivated Deputy Team Leader for our Standard Laboratory with a strong passion for geotechnics and a creative mindset to join our growing team in Belgium. The Fugro office in Belgium offers specialized consultancy and engineering services worldwide in both the marine and land environments for projects in the energy and infrastructure markets.

Fugro is the world’s leading independent provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure, and natural resources. We provide the technical data and information required to design, construct, and maintain structures and infrastructure in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner. Working around the globe, Fugro employs approximately 10,000 employees in around 60 countries.

Roles and Responsibilities As a Deputy Team Leader – Standard Laboratory at Fugro, you will:

• Supervise and Coordinate: Assist in managing the standard testing areas in the laboratory, supervising staff on a day-to-day basis.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support for laboratory equipment, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Team Leadership: Manage and perform standard testing to the highest levels of safety and testing standards, optimizing the output/efficiency of the resources allocated.
• Quality and Safety Compliance: Ensure the highest levels of safety and technical standards in accordance with company procedures, health, safety, and quality policies.
• Resource Management: Train staff in safe and reliable testing methods and ensure all equipment in the standard laboratory is working, calibrated, and fit-for-purpose.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist the team leader with the development of the testing area and actively participate in the continuous improvement process of the practices.

Requirements We are looking for candidates who demonstrate technical excellence and thrive in a fast-paced engineering consultancy environment. Key requirements include:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience.
• Technical Insight: Knowledge of technical standards for relevant tests (ISO 17892 series, BS1377 series) and laboratory equipment maintenance, operation, and calibration.
• Language Proficiency: Proficient in French and independent in English.
• Management Experience: Experience in leading medium to large teams is an asset.
• Interpersonal Skills: Good verbal communication skills with staff at all levels, good organizational skills, and good team working skills.
• IT Skills: Competent in the use of Excel and emails.

Why Join Fugro? At Fugro, we are dedicated to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. We provide our employees with a supportive and dynamic workplace, and we are committed to innovative solutions in geo-intelligence and asset integrity. Here’s what you can expect:

• Collaborative Culture: We aim to create a family-like working environment where teamwork is valued.
• Multicultural Team: Join a diverse team that cultivates an entrepreneurial attitude and a desire for continuous learning and improvement.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in delivering results rather than hours and strive for family-friendly employment practices.
• Employee Wellbeing: We cherish initiatives that promote our employees’ wellbeing and health.

The Working Conditions You Can Expect:

• An attractive salary and benefits package that reflects your qualifications and expertise.
• Numerous career and training opportunities both nationally and internationally
• Fixed annual salary reevaluation

If you are passionate about contributing to a world-renowned company and have the relevant skills and experience, we welcome your application.

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.