Mine Metallurgist: Optimize Mineral Recovery
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Mine Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing and recovery at facilities in Sandton. You will work with mine engineers and lab technicians to troubleshoot processing issues and implement improvements, strengthening extraction efficiencies.
The role requires 6+ years in metallurgical processing within the mining sector, with a strong grasp of unit operations and process simulations.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in metallurgical processing, preferably in mining.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with lab analysis and QC procedures.
Responsibilities
- Develop, optimize, and control metallurgical processes to maximize recovery and product quality.
- Conduct test work and pilot studies to evaluate new processing techniques.
- Monitor process performance through sampling, analysis, and data interpretation.
- Troubleshoot issues in concentrator and processing plants.
- Prepare technical reports with performance reviews, recommendations and cost analyses.
- Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards across processing activities.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Mine Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing and recovery at facilities in Sandton. You will work with mine engineers and lab technicians to troubleshoot processing issues and implement improvements, strengthening extraction efficiencies.
The role requires 6+ years in metallurgical processing within the mining sector, with a strong grasp of unit operations and process simulations.
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