Remote Chief Metallurgist - Mineral Processing

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Global health coverage

Retirement planning benefits

Remote work with global impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Chief Metallurgist for a fully remote global role, leading strategic metallurgical operations worldwide. You will guide processing technology, optimize recovery, and drive sustainability across continents.

The role requires 15+ years in mineral processing with senior leadership, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to manage remote teams across time zones. Significant impact on project delivery and efficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years in mineral processing/metallurgy with leadership.
• Proven track record in optimizing mineral processing plants.
• Experience leading remote, cross-time-zone teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Published works or patents are valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership and strategic direction for all metallurgical operations and research initiatives.
• Develop and implement best practices in mineral processing to optimize recovery, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Oversee the design, commissioning, and optimization of new and existing processing plants.
• Lead metallurgical test work programs and interpret results to inform process design and improvements.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operations.
• Collaborate with research and development teams to identify and implement innovative processing technologies.
• Provide expert metallurgical support and troubleshooting for operational challenges.
• Mentor and develop a global team of metallurgists and process engineers.
• Stay at the forefront of metallurgical advancements and industry trends.
• Manage metallurgical budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic direction

Metallurgy expertise

Team mentoring

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in resource extraction and processing, is seeking a distinguished and forward-thinking Chief Metallurgist for a fully remote position. This role is paramount in shaping the future of mineral processing operations worldwide. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and expert technical guidance on all aspects of metallurgy, from comminution and flotation to hydrometallurgy and waste management, across diverse commodity types within the mining sector. While the position is remote, the impact is global, influencing projects and operations across different continents. We are looking for an individual with a deep understanding of process optimization, innovation, and sustainable practices. This role is critical for driving efficiency, maximizing recovery rates, and ensuring environmental compliance for our client's worldwide ventures. The candidate must be adept at leading and influencing teams remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership and strategic direction for all metallurgical operations and research initiatives.


• Develop and implement best practices in mineral processing to optimize recovery, reduce costs, and improve product quality.


• Oversee the design, commissioning, and optimization of new and existing processing plants.


• Lead metallurgical test work programs and interpret results to inform process design and improvements.


• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operations.


• Collaborate with research and development teams to identify and implement innovative processing technologies.


• Provide expert metallurgical support and troubleshooting for operational challenges.


• Mentor and develop a global team of metallurgists and process engineers.


• Stay at the forefront of metallurgical advancements and industry trends.


• Manage metallurgical budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.


• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in mineral processing and metallurgy, with significant leadership experience.


• Demonstrated expertise across a wide range of commodities and processing techniques.


• Proven track record of successfully optimizing complex mineral processing plants and delivering significant operational improvements.


• Strong understanding of process simulation, modeling, and data analysis tools.


• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Ability to influence and guide teams and projects remotely across different time zones and cultures.


• Experience in managing research and development projects.


• Published works or patents in the field of metallurgy are highly regarded.


• Commitment to sustainability and responsible resource management within the mining industry.

Benefits

Our client offers an executive-level compensation package, including a substantial bonus structure, comprehensive global health coverage, and retirement planning benefits. This role comes with significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape metallurgical strategies worldwide, all from a remote location. We provide resources for continuous professional development, including access to leading industry conferences and training programs. Join a prestigious organization at the forefront of the mining industry and make a lasting impact on global resource processing. The Richards Bay region might be mentioned contextually, but the role is exclusively remote, offering worldwide project engagement.