Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing
If you’re ready to join a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of geotechnical engineering, apply now to become our Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing!
🌟 Job Opportunity: Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing 🌟
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of geotechnical engineering? Do you thrive in a dynamic laboratory environment where precision and innovation intersect? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We're seeking an enthusiastic Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing to join our innovative Laboratory team at Geoquip Marine, a leading Geotechnical site investigation company dedicated to the renewable energy sector.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, we are unable to offer sponsorships for this position.
Your impact:
As a Geotechnical Laboratory Technician specializing in Advanced Testing, you will be at the forefront of conducting cutting-edge soil testing, including rock classification when needed. Collaborating with our Advanced Testing Team Leader and Research and Development Engineer, you will perform a range of tests such as monotonic/cyclic triaxial, direct/ring shear, controlled rate of strain/incremental load, direct/cyclic simple shear, resonant column, and bender element testing. Your role will extend to ensuring quality assurance and presenting data using our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
The job:
- Participate in health and safety initiatives, or training.
- Prepare, test, and analyse soil samples, including rock samples using laboratory tools or testing equipment.
- Conduct various advanced tests in a timely manner as required.
- Record, process and manage test data for final reports, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Monitor industry requirements for expansion or improvements in laboratory testing standards, conducting research and development to explore new testing methodologies or equipment.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Actively collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide updates on testing progress or results.
- Support offshore labs and provide after-hours assistance if necessary.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide technical expertise and guidance on laboratory testing.
The person:
- Experience in a similar role is essential.
- Preferred degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, or related fields.
- Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.
What can we offer?
- Flexible working and hybrid location opportunities.
- Private Healthcare, Income Protection, Life Assurance.
- 5% Employer Pension Contribution.
- Highly competitive salary.
- Salary Sacrifice - Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Gym Membership Scheme.
- Join our People and Culture team for fun employee events.
- Department
- Engineering Team
- Role
- Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing
- Locations
- Bristol Laboratory
- Employment type
- Full-time
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Our Mission & Vision
Our Vision
Geoquip Marine is a geotechnical data acquisition company. We provide offshore and nearshore surveys, investigations and engineering services to clients worldwide.
Our Mission
To pioneer environmentally sound geotechnical data acquisition practices.
To be one of the world's leading deep water geotechnical data acquisition companies.
To be the industry's most customer centric provider, adopting technical solutions that provide the best, most accurate data.
About Geoquip Marine
Headquartered in St Gallen, Switzerland, Geoquip Marine also has a modern office and a state-of-the-art onshore laboratory in the heart of Bristol, UK. Our offshore teams operate around the world, including Taiwan, the East Coast of the United States and in regions across Europe.
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Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing
If you’re ready to join a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of geotechnical engineering, apply now to become our Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Advanced Testing!
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