Remote Lead Metallurgist — Mineral Processing Innovator

Placements24; George; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hours

Professional development

Global collaboration

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Metallurgist for a fully remote role in the global mining sector. You will drive metallurgical excellence, optimize mineral processing, and advance new treatment technologies from anywhere, coordinating with dispersed teams.

The role requires 10–12+ years in metallurgical operations, advanced degrees, and strong leadership. You will influence recovery, product quality, and sustainability across projects worldwide.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field with mineral processing focus.
• Extensive metallurgical operations and research experience in mining is required.
• Demonstrated leadership of technical teams and project delivery.

Responsabilités

• Lead and mentor a team of metallurgists and technicians.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex metallurgical processes.
• Conduct testwork programs, analyze results, and translate to operations.
• Design process control strategies to maximize recovery and efficiency.
• Evaluate new technologies and methods to enhance processing.
• Collaborate with geologists and mining engineers for integration.
• Prepare technical reports and feasibility studies for management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Connaissances

Leadership

Mentoring

Process optimization

Testwork design

Data analysis

Communication

Remote collaboration

Formation

Master's or PhD in Metallurgy

Chemical Engineering focus on mineral processing

Outils

METSIM

HSC Chemistry

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Metallurgist for a fully remote role in the global mining sector. You will drive metallurgical excellence, optimize mineral processing, and advance new treatment technologies from anywhere, coordinating with dispersed teams.

The role requires 10–12+ years in metallurgical operations, advanced degrees, and strong leadership. You will influence recovery, product quality, and sustainability across projects worldwide.