Refining Chemist (Gold & Silver)

Sinergia Talents; Johor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinergia Talents in Malaysia seeks a Refining Chemist/Engineer to establish and operate a precious metal recovery facility, transitioning from lab setup to full-scale refining of Gold and Silver. You will execute recovery and refining using wet chemistry, optimize yields, and ensure safety and documentation across production.

A Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field with 2–3 years in e-waste recovery is required, with English and Bahasa fluency; Mandarin a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2–3 years hands-on lab experience in e-waste gold recovery or precious metal refining.
• Knowledge of acid-base chemistry and precipitation techniques.
• Experience in gold/silver refining processes is preferred.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute recovery and refining of gold and silver using wet chemistry methods.
• Process materials to maximize yield and achieve high-purity output.
• Determine best refining methods based on material composition with team input.
• Melting of gold, silver and alloys following safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain refining machinery and equipment.
• Document chemical usage, process parameters and production records.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety compliance in all processing areas.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Laboratory and Office during setup and maintenance.
• Verify quality of incoming materials and recovered products with Lab.

Skills

E-waste gold recovery

Wet chemistry techniques

Acid-base chemistry

Analytical accuracy

Team collaboration

English & Bahasa fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

About the job Refining Chemist (Gold & Silver)

JOB LOCATION: PONTIAN, JOHOR

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Refining Chemist/ Engineer to assist with the establishment and operation of our precious metal recovery facility. You will transition from initial laboratory setup and equipment commissioning into full-scale recovery and refining of Gold, Silver and other precious metals

Job Description:

• Execute the recovery and refining of Gold and Silver using wet chemical treatment, acid digestion and precipitation methods.
• Process and refine materials containing precious metals to maximize yield and achieve high-purity output.
• Determine the most effective recovery or refining methods based on material composition through consultation with other team members.
• Perform melting of Gold, Silver and other precious metal alloys in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain recovery and refining machineries used in the processing of precious metals.
• Maintain proper documentation of all chemical usage, process parameters and production records for audit and inventory purposes.
• Maintain the cleanliness and order of all recovery, melting and processing areas in accordance with workplace safety requirements and operational standards.
• Support cross-functional teams (Engineering, Laboratory and Office) in the initial setup, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of laboratory and refining equipment.
• Collaborate with the Laboratory Department to verify the quality of incoming materials and/or recovered/refined products.
• Liaise with the Business Development team to provide technical input on the recovery potential of incoming materials.
• Manage laboratory inventory including the procurement of glassware, chemicals, gases and equipment to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of all precious metals to ensure strict accountability and security.
• Ensure all chemical handling and waste disposal processes are conducted in compliance with workplace safety and environmental standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in a chemical laboratory specifically in the e-waste gold recovery or precious metals refining industry.
• Strong knowledge of acid-base chemistry, precipitation techniques and Gold/Silver refining processes.
• Proven experience in e-waste gold recovery or refining processes will be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and maintain high levels of accuracy in a production-focused environment.
• Fluent in English & Bahasa, Mandarin is a plus.