Senior Mineral Processing & Tailings Technical Lead

Wood

Medina

On-site

SAR 350,000 - 750,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Senior Technical Authority to lead mineral processing projects across energy transition metals and base metals. The role requires deep expertise in hydrometallurgy, comminution, flotation, and plant optimization, with track record in major international projects.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's in Engineering (Process/Chemical/Minerals) and ideally be Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in the relevant Engineering (Process / Chemical / Minerals) discipline.
Chartered Engineer/Professional Engineer status is preferred.
Minimum 20 years of experience in Mining and Minerals with Energy Transition Metals and / or base metals or Industrial projects.
Proven experience as Technical Authority, Chief Engineer, Principal Consultant, Engineering Fellow or equivalent.
Comminution, flotation, beneficiation, plant optimization, commissioning.
Understanding of GISTM, dam safety, water balance, closure planning as part of Tailings and waste management.
Mining industry standards.

Responsibilities

Act as the focal point Technical Authority across multiple minerals processing projects.
Lead technical reviews during Concept Pre-FEED FEED and Detailed Design.
Perform independent design assurance and peer reviews.
Resolve complex engineering challenges and provide specialist guidance.
Communicate process requirements to other members of the study/project team.
Support proposals client workshops and business development.
Mentor young engineers and develop technical capability.
Develop and maintain engineering standards and best practices.