Lead Metallurgist - Plant Optimization (Hybrid, Growth)

Placements24; Bellville; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary with bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Our client is seeking a Lead Metallurgist to join their team in Centurion, Gauteng. You will lead a metallurgical team, driving process optimization to improve recovery, throughput and product quality across mineral processing plants.

The role requires a Master’s/PhD in Metallurgy or related field with 10+ years in mineral processing and metallurgy, including leadership and strong analytical capabilities. Hybrid work arrangement and ongoing professional development are offered.

Formación

• Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mineral processing and metallurgy, with significant lead/senior level experience.
• Proven expertise in optimizing processes for gold, base metals or industrial minerals.
• Strong knowledge of mineral processing circuits including comminution, flotation, leaching, and refining.
• Proficiency in metallurgical modeling software (JKSimMet, METSIM) and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience in Gauteng region and understanding of local mining operations advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the metallurgical team, providing guidance and performance management.
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization to improve recovery, throughput and product quality.
• Conduct metallurgical test work, pilot plant trials and plant-scale investigations to identify improvement areas.
• Analyze metallurgical data, interpret results and prepare detailed technical reports and recommendations.
• Troubleshoot complex metallurgical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering and R&D teams for seamless integration of metallurgical processes.
• Oversee development and maintenance of metallurgical models and simulation tools.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental regulations within the metallurgical department.
• Stay updated with latest advancements in metallurgical technology and best practices.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and capital expenditure proposals for new projects and plant upgrades.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Metallurgical software

Educación

Master's or PhD in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

JKSimMet

METSIM

Descripción del empleo

Our client is seeking a Lead Metallurgist to join their team in Centurion, Gauteng. You will lead a metallurgical team, driving process optimization to improve recovery, throughput and product quality across mineral processing plants.

The role requires a Master’s/PhD in Metallurgy or related field with 10+ years in mineral processing and metallurgy, including leadership and strong analytical capabilities. Hybrid work arrangement and ongoing professional development are offered.