Metallurgist - Processing Plant

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Relocation support

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Metallurgist for a mineral processing plant near Port Elizabeth. You will optimize mineral recovery through crushing, grinding, flotation and leaching, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues and implement improvements to boost efficiency, yield and product quality.

The role requires hands-on metallurgical understanding and strong data analysis, with collaboration across operations and maintenance to ensure reliability and compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mineral processing with hands-on flotation and leaching.
• Strong understanding of metallurgical principles, chemical reactions and physical separation processes.
• Proficiency in process monitoring, control systems and data analysis.
• Experience with metallurgical accounting and reporting.
• Good problem-solving skills and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control metallurgical processes to ensure optimal performance and mineral recovery rates.
• Conduct laboratory test work and pilot plant trials to evaluate new processes or improve existing ones.
• Analyze process data and troubleshoot operational problems to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs and enhance product quality.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations within the processing plant.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure plant reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Metallurgy

Flotation

Leaching

Data analysis

Process monitoring

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Metallurgy

Chemical Engineering related

Tools

Process control systems

Metallurgical accounting

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Metallurgist to join their mineral processing plant operations near Port Elizabeth. This role focuses on optimizing the recovery of valuable minerals from ore through various metallurgical processes, including crushing, grinding, flotation, and leaching. You will be responsible for monitoring plant performance, troubleshooting operational issues, and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, yield, and product quality. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong understanding of chemical and physical processes in mineral beneficiation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control metallurgical processes to ensure optimal performance and mineral recovery rates.
• Conduct laboratory test work and pilot plant trials to evaluate new processes or improve existing ones.
• Analyze process data and troubleshoot operational problems to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations within the processing plant.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure plant reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

• Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mineral processing, with hands-on experience in flotation and leaching.
• Strong understanding of metallurgical principles, chemical reactions, and physical separation processes.
• Proficiency in process monitoring and control systems, and data analysis.
• Experience with metallurgical accounting and reporting.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Relocation support for candidates moving to the Port Elizabeth area.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in extractive metallurgy.
• A stable and supportive working environment within a reputable mining operation.