About the Role
Bradfield Consulting is hiring a skilled Bentonite Engineer to oversee bentonite and polymer slurry systems for bored piling and diaphragm wall construction. This on-site role ensures operational efficiency, structural stability, and adherence to project specifications across dynamic construction sites in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise the preparation, hydration, and mixing of bentonite and polymer slurry according to approved project designs.
- Conduct and manage rigorous slurry testing, monitoring density, viscosity, sand content, and pH levels.
- Coordinate slurry circulation, recovery, treatment, and recycling operations while minimizing material wastage.
- Inspect and monitor the performance of slurry pumps, mixing plants, desanders, and associated equipment.
- Enforce environmental, health, and safety (HES) standards and manage safe slurry waste disposal.
- Prepare accurate daily consumption, testing, and operational reports for project management and QA/QC teams.
- Bachelor's degree or HND in Civil, Geotechnical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in bentonite slurry management, piling, diaphragm wall construction, or geotechnical engineering.
- Practical knowledge of polymer drilling systems, slurry testing, desanding, and recycling technologies.
- Strong problem-solving, equipment coordination, and technical communication skills.
- Willingness to work on-site in Lagos and travel for project deployments across Nigeria.
- Expatriate candidates from target international markets with verifiable deep foundation experience are welcome to apply.
- Competitive compensation package with project-related allowances.
- Accommodation and transportation support, plus medical coverage in line with company policy.
- Work permit assistance provided for eligible international candidates.
- Exposure to major infrastructure and foundation engineering projects in Nigeria.
- Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and career progression.