Global Head of Geotechnical Laboratories

Leading at Fugro within world-class laboratories means you will be at the forefront of providing new innovative solutions to enable us to create a safe and liveable world, on a global platform.

Are you ready to take on an exciting Senior Leadership Role that will shape the future of geotechnical laboratories at Fugro?

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Senior Leader to join our team as the Global Head of Geotechnical Laboratories.

As the Global Head of Geotechnical Laboratories at Fugro, you'll be the driving force behind our marine and land business lines.

Your mission? To foster collaboration and standardisation across our global network of labs.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Create a global lab network: Make it efficient, effective, and a powerhouse of performance.


• Drive collaboration: Bring our labs together and set the standard for excellence.


• Lead the team: Guide our regional lab leaders towards continuous improvement.


• Innovate: Use your strategic thinking to develop cutting-edge lab services.


• Market analysis: Spot trends and seize opportunities to stay ahead.


• Communicate: Propose and negotiate with stakeholders like a pro.


• Budget insights: Provide accurate advice to regional management.


• Implement solutions: Oversee the rollout of innovative ideas.


• Support labs: Ensure our testing locations meet and exceed expectations.


• Re-engineer processes: Lead initiatives to boost productivity and quality.


• Facilitate involvement: Drive business improvement with multi-lab collaboration.

What You'll Need to Thrive in This Role:

• Analytical skills: Strong and sharp, ready to tackle any challenge.


• Leadership abilities: Inspire and drive your team to greatness.


• Passion for improvement: Always looking for ways to make things better.


• Strategic mindset: Develop innovative strategies and analyze market trends.


• Communication skills: Clear, effective, and persuasive.


• Budget knowledge: Provide insightful and accurate financial advice.


• Technical background: Operate at a senior level with confidence.


• Qualifications: University degree in a relevant field or proven leadership in a lab setting.

This role can be based near any of Fugro's regional hubs (UK, or Netherlands).

It starts as a 2-year fixed term contract, with annual reviews thereafter.

Ready to make a significant impact and lead our geotechnical laboratories to new heights? Apply now and join us in shaping the future of Fugro's global laboratory network.

About Us

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.

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 we create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team - Benefits will vary dependant on Country, you are based.

UK Benefits

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.


• Competitive salary


• Contributory pension scheme


• Private medical insurance


• Health cash plan


• Group life assurance


• Group income protection


• Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies.


• Electric car scheme


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted gym membership


• Discounts platform


• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay


• Long service awards


• Fugro values awards


• Employee referral bonus scheme

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