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Bentonite Engineer
About this role
Bradfield Consulting is hiring a Bentonite Engineer based in Lagos. The role involves managing bentonite and polymer slurry systems used in bored piling and diaphragm wall construction, ensuring all slurry activities meet project specifications. The engineer supports borehole and trench stability, construction quality, and efficient use of slurry materials. The position requires on-site work across Nigeria with potential project deployment to various states, including remote locations. The employer offers benefits such as accommodation, transportation support, work permit assistance, project allowances, and opportunities for career progression and professional development.
What you would do
- Plan and supervise bentonite and polymer slurry preparation according to approved designs and project needs
- Ensure availability of slurry materials, mixing equipment, storage tanks, and circulation systems
- Monitor slurry preparation, hydration, mixing, storage and delivery to construction areas
- Coordinate slurry circulation and recovery during piling and diaphragm wall excavation
- Ensure proper handling, storage, recycling and disposal procedures
- Conduct or supervise slurry testing and maintain test records
- Monitor slurry parameters (density, viscosity, pH, sand content) and communicate results
- Identify and address slurry that does not meet specifications
- Supervise desanding, treatment and recycling operations; monitor equipment performance
- Provide technical support and recommendations on slurry-related issues to project teams
What they are asking for
- B.Sc., B.Eng., or HND in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of five years' experience in bentonite slurry management, piling or geotechnical works
- Practical knowledge of bentonite and polymer drilling systems; experience with testing, desanding, recycling and treatment systems
- Technical training or professional memberships are an advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret tests and project specs
- Good communication, coordination of equipment, and on-site supervision
- Recordkeeping accuracy and teamwork; ability to work under pressure
- Willingness to work in Lagos and be deployed across Nigeria; ability to travel and relocate as required
- Candidates must have practical, verifiable experience relevant to the position
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