Metallurgist - Base Metals Processing & Optimization

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Provident fund

Relocation assistance

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a major mining entity near Rustenburg to recruit an experienced Metallurgist. The role centers on optimizing recovery, quality, and cost through process development and continuous improvement in the metallurgical plant.

You will lead lab and pilot-scale tests, analyze performance data, and work with R&D on new technologies while mentoring junior staff in a demanding North West mining environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 6 years of base metals mineral processing experience with flotation.
• Proven ability to optimize metallurgical circuits and troubleshoot.
• Experience with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize metallurgical processes, including crushing, grinding, flotation, and dewatering.
• Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale test work to evaluate new process parameters and reagents.
• Analyze plant performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide technical support to plant personnel.
• Develop and implement process control strategies to ensure consistent product quality and maximize metal recovery.
• Prepare detailed metallurgical reports, including process simulations, mass balance calculations, and economic assessments.
• Collaborate with the R&D department on new technology trials and process innovations.
• Ensure all metallurgical operations comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations in North West.
• Train and mentor junior metallurgists and technicians.

Skills

Data analysis tools

Metallurgical modeling software

Process control systems

Excellent communication skills

Flotation expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or related field

Tools

Process control instrumentation

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a major mining entity near Rustenburg to recruit an experienced Metallurgist. The role centers on optimizing recovery, quality, and cost through process development and continuous improvement in the metallurgical plant.

You will lead lab and pilot-scale tests, analyze performance data, and work with R&D on new technologies while mentoring junior staff in a demanding North West mining environment.