Remote Lead Metallurgist: Mineral Processing Optimization

Placements24; Cape Town; Híbrido; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 100 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Bonus structure

Fully remote

Health insurance

Development allowance

Global leader exposure

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Metallurgist to drive remote mineral processing optimization across global sites from anywhere. You will lead data-driven initiatives to improve recovery rates, boost process efficiency, and reduce operating costs while guiding on-site teams remotely.

The role emphasizes deep mineral processing knowledge, expertise in data analysis, and the ability to mentor and train others, with a fully remote work setup and competitive bonus structure.

Qualificações

• Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mineral processing with a strong track record in optimization.
• Experience with process data interpretation and remote guidance.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze metallurgical test data, plant performance metrics, and logs to identify improvements.
• Develop strategies to optimize grinding, flotation, leaching, and other circuits.
• Provide remote technical support and guidance to plant metallurgists and operators.
• Conduct virtual root cause analyses for process upsets and corrective actions.
• Research and recommend new metallurgical technologies and equipment.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and performance reviews for management.

Conhecimentos

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Technical reporting

Process optimization

Mineral processing knowledge

Mentoring

Formação académica

Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

METSIM

HSC Chemistry

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Metallurgist to drive remote mineral processing optimization across global sites from anywhere. You will lead data-driven initiatives to improve recovery rates, boost process efficiency, and reduce operating costs while guiding on-site teams remotely.

The role emphasizes deep mineral processing knowledge, expertise in data analysis, and the ability to mentor and train others, with a fully remote work setup and competitive bonus structure.