Junior Metallurgist

Selinsing Gold Mine Manager Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lipis; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Selinsing Gold Mine Manager Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lipis, Pahang, Malaysia, seeks a Junior Metallurgist to support day-to-day plant operations by monitoring metallurgical performance, sampling and analyzing process streams, and assisting in optimizing gold recovery.

You will work with process control activities, track KPIs, prepare technical reports, and trouble-shoot operational issues under guidance of senior metallurgists. Shift or extended hours may be required; safety procedures apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in Metallurgy or related field.
• Experience in process control and optimization.
• Knowledge of leaching and gold extraction methods.
• Ability to perform laboratory test work and data analysis.
• Attention to detail and safety in an industrial environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor metallurgical performance and sampling of process streams.
• Assist in optimizing gold recovery and plant throughput.
• Support process control activities and KPI tracking.
• Prepare technical reports and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and safety teams.

Skills

Metallurgy

Extractive Metallurgy

Process Control

Gold Recovery

Laboratory Skills

Data Analysis

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Metallurgy / related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Technical Reporting Tools

Job description

Company Description

Selinsing Gold Mine Manager Sdn. Bhd. is a mining and metals company headquartered in Kuala Lipis, Pahang, Malaysia. The company focuses on gold extraction and processing and contributes to the region's economic development through responsible mining practices. Team members work in a dynamic, operational environment where safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement are core priorities. The company offers opportunities to apply technical skills on site and grow within the mining and minerals industry. Employees can build hands-on experience in modern gold processing operations and metallurgical optimization.

Role Description

The Junior Metallurgist is a full-time, on-site role based at the Selinsing Gold Mine in Kuala Lipis. This position supports day-to-day plant operations by monitoring metallurgical performance, sampling and analyzing process streams, and assisting in optimizing gold recovery. Responsibilities include supporting process control activities, tracking key performance indicators, preparing technical reports, and helping troubleshoot operational issues under the guidance of senior metallurgists. The role involves conducting test work in the laboratory, contributing to improvement projects, and collaborating with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to ensure stable and efficient plant performance. The Junior Metallurgist is expected to follow site safety procedures and participate in shift or extended hours as required by plant operations.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Metallurgy and Extractive Metallurgy, with the ability to apply principles to gold processing operations.
• Experience or aptitude in Process Control, including monitoring plant parameters and contributing to optimization of recovery and throughput.
• Knowledge of Leaching processes and related test work, including cyanidation or other gold extraction methods.
• Ability to assist in Failure Analysis of plant equipment or process deviations, identifying root causes and supporting corrective actions.
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or a closely related field.
• Basic laboratory skills, data analysis capabilities, and proficiency with spreadsheets and technical reporting tools.
• Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work safely in an industrial mining environment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional operational teams; prior internship or junior experience in mining or mineral processing is an advantage.