Mineral Processing Plant Superintendent - Lead & Optimize

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical aid, retirement fund and life

Professional development & relocation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Superintendent to lead a mineral processing plant near Soweto. You will manage metallurgists, operators and technicians, drive safety and efficiency, and ensure targets are met while upholding environmental standards.

The ideal candidate will have a metallurgy or chemical engineering background, with 8+ years in mineral processing and 4+ years in a supervisory role, and a track record of leading large teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering (postgrad advantageous).
• 8+ years in mineral processing operations, incl. 4+ years in supervision or management.
• Experience with large-scale mineral processing plants and diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day mineral processing operations (crushing, grinding, flotation, dewatering).
• Ensure production targets for grade, recovery and throughput are met safely.
• Develop, implement and monitor operating procedures and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Metallurgy degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Superintendent to lead a mineral processing plant near Soweto. You will manage metallurgists, operators and technicians, drive safety and efficiency, and ensure targets are met while upholding environmental standards.

The ideal candidate will have a metallurgy or chemical engineering background, with 8+ years in mineral processing and 4+ years in a supervisory role, and a track record of leading large teams.