Engineering Geologist at a Construction, Geotechnical, and Geo-environmental Company - Worknigeria

Worknigeria - Our client, a construction, geotechnical, and Geo-environmental company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Geologist

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

Job Description

• Supervise the foundation investigation and installation/construction of the project
• Conduct, oversee and supervise on-site and laboratory analysis of soil samples.
• Carry out Pile Integrity Test (PIT)
• Carry out structural integrity test – ultrasonic test
• Manage safety and health issues on the site
• Supervise drillers, casters, iron benders on site
• Work with surveyors to get exact points for each pile installation
• Decide on equipment and quantity of materials required to execute project
• Ensure required equipment and materials get to site
• Supervise the test - run all equipment to ensure their effectiveness
• Supervise the set-up of equipment's to commence work.
• Work with the project manager to manage and account for project budget
• Manage equipment breakdown on site
• Manage all regulatory compliant issues on site
• Ensure project is delivered at the highest quality within the lowest possible budget
• Manage end to end delivery of projects
• Produce periodic reports on ongoing and completed project within the required time frame.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Geophysics, Civil Engineering
• Minimum of a second-class lower degree from a reputable institution.
• 3 - 5 years of experience as a geologist
• Familiarity with basic geological computer programs designed specifically for analysing samples using geological data.
• Great scientific reasoning and mechanical know-how.
• Working knowledge of pile installation, subsoil and geophysical investigation
• Able to work under pressure and a strong attention to detail.
• Strong research capabilities and a willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation, and procedures.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Able to prioritize effectively and balance assigned tasks.
• Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Knowledge of geological and geotechnical interpretation with understanding of geological origin and processes.
• Evidence of personal investment in academic or extracurricular field.
• This role is only for candidates who reside in Lagos.

Application Closing Date
26th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@worknigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.