Chief Metallurgist — Plant Optimization Leader
Placements24
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Placements24 is seeking a Chief Metallurgist to lead the mineral processing and metallurgical operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will drive innovation, optimize recovery, and ensure safe, sustainable plant performance.
The role requires 15+ years in metallurgy with senior leadership experience, expertise in hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy, and strong team leadership. On-site requirement in Queenstown with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance.
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 15 years in mineral processing and metallurgy with 5+ years in senior leadership.
- Experience in hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, or beneficiation of minerals.
- Laboratory, pilot plant and full-scale plant management experience.
- Strong knowledge of process simulation and data analysis tools.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all mineral processing and metallurgical operations on site.
- Develop and optimize flowsheets and processing strategies.
- Lead metallurgical test work and pilot plant trials for improvements.
- Troubleshoot and optimize plant performance and recovery.
- Mentor and manage a team of metallurgists, technicians and operators.
- Oversee metallurgical budgeting and cost-effective operations.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
- Collaborate with geology, engineering and operations teams.
- Monitor KPIs and report metallurgical performance and efficiency.
- Stay updated on new metallurgical technologies and best practices.
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Placements24 is seeking a Chief Metallurgist to lead the mineral processing and metallurgical operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will drive innovation, optimize recovery, and ensure safe, sustainable plant performance.
The role requires 15+ years in metallurgy with senior leadership experience, expertise in hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy, and strong team leadership. On-site requirement in Queenstown with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance.
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