Job Description
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 and individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.
The role
Fugro is currently seeking a dedicated Goods-In Assistant to join the Wallingford Geotechnics warehouse team in Wallingford. Reporting directly to the Goods-In Team Leader, this role is pivotal in managing the receipt, storage, and dispatch of soil and rock samples from projects around the globe. As a Goods-In Assistant, you will be responsible for booking in samples upon their arrival, assisting with the preparation of samples for testing by laboratory technicians and engineers, and ensuring the timely retrieval and delivery of samples as required. Additionally, you will handle correspondence from various departments and maintain up-to-date project sheets to ensure the traceability of samples.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys the responsibility of accurately recording goods upon receipt and tracking samples throughout the laboratory. You will thrive on meeting project deadlines and find satisfaction in contributing to the timely completion of projects. Working within established operating procedures and processes, you will ensure that stakeholders are kept informed at all times. This role offers the challenge of working to project deadlines and the satisfaction of helping to complete projects on time, making it perfect for someone who values precision and enjoys a structured work environment.
Who we’re looking for:
Essential
1. Good standard of general education, with a minimum of 5 GCSEs (including English, Maths and Science) or equivalent qualifications;
2. Previous experience in a warehouse environment;
3. Excellent numeracy and literacy;
4. Excellent IT skills, particularly in updating Excel spreadsheets;
5. Competent use of email;
6. Highly accurate with an eye for detail;
7. Health & Safety conscious;
8. Pro-active.
Desirable
9. “Reach” forklift truck licence.
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.
10. Benefits for this role include a competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
11. Additional benefits include flexible hybrid working (home/office).
12. Option to lease an electric car.
13. 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
14. Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
15. Discounts portal.
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.