Remote Metallurgist — Mineral Processing Innovator

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Remote working arrangements

International collaboration

Impact on sustainable practices

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Metallurgist to support mining operations from a remote setting. You will optimize mineral processing techniques and maximize recovery of valuable commodities through analytical problem solving.

Collaborate with on-site personnel and R&D to troubleshoot, develop new methodologies, and drive efficiency. Requires MSc/PhD in Metallurgy or related field and 8+ years in mineral processing; familiarity with METSIM or JKSimMet is a plus.

Qualifications

MSc or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of 8 years in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy.
Proven track record optimizing metallurgical processes for gold, platinum, or base metals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in statistical analysis and process modeling.
Excellent communication and remote collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze metallurgical test results and plant data to identify process improvements.
Develop and optimize mineral processing flowsheets (comminution, flotation, leaching, refining).
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for on-site plants via remote communication.
Conduct R&D into new metallurgical technologies and sustainable practices.
Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and process design documentation.
Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and plant operators to optimize recovery and product quality.