Metallurgist: Process Optimization & Recovery - Relocation

Placements24

Randburg

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑or‑

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Relocation assistance

Advanced professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Metallurgist to drive process optimization at its Randburg facility. You will analyze plant data, conduct pilot tests, and implement improvements across comminution, flotation, and leaching to boost recovery rates and reduce costs.

The role requires a degree in Metallurgy or related field and at least six years of experience in metallurgical processing, with base or precious metals.

Qualifications

Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 6 years in metallurgical processing.
Experience with base metals or precious metals.
Proficiency with data analysis and process optimization.

Responsibilities

Analyze metallurgical plant data to identify process improvements and cost reductions.
Conduct laboratory and pilot plant tests to evaluate new parameters and technologies.
Develop strategies to optimize recovery, reagent consumption, and product quality.
Troubleshoot operational issues and support plant operations teams.
Collaborate with R&D and engineering on process design and upgrades.
Prepare technical reports and recommendations for management.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Process simulation

Job description

The role requires a degree in Metallurgy or related field and at least six years of experience in metallurgical processing, with base or precious metals.

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