Remote Metallurgist - Processing Optimization

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Flexible hours

Health benefits

International travel

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Metallurgist specialized in processing optimization to join our client’s global team remotely. You will focus on enhancing recovery rates and efficiency across mineral processing plants, leveraging process simulation, data analysis, and metallurgical principles to identify improvements and implement solutions.

This role offers remote collaboration across sites, flexible hours for global teams, and access to cutting-edge research resources.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in mineral processing operations and optimization.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and process simulation.
• Proven track record of improving recovery rates and reducing operating costs in flotation, leaching, or other mineral processing circuits.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize reagent consumption, energy usage, and water management.
• Conduct pilot plant studies and plant trials to validate process modifications.
• Provide technical support and expertise to plant operations teams globally.
• Stay abreast of new metallurgical technologies and evaluate their applicability to enhance plant performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy

Chemical Engineering related

Tools

Process simulation software

Statistical software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Metallurgist specializing in processing optimization to join their team remotely. This position will focus on enhancing the efficiency and recovery rates of mineral processing plants across various sites. You will leverage your expertise in process simulation, data analysis, and metallurgical principles to identify areas for improvement and implement innovative solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive professional to make a significant impact on operational performance from a remote location, working with a forward-thinking company that embraces digital transformation in the mining industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize reagent consumption, energy usage, and water management.
• Conduct pilot plant studies and plant trials to validate process modifications.
• Provide technical support and expertise to plant operations teams globally.
• Stay abreast of new metallurgical technologies and evaluate their applicability to enhance plant performance.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in mineral processing operations and optimization.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and process simulation software.
• Proven track record of improving recovery rates and reducing operating costs in flotation, leaching, or other mineral processing circuits.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work allowance.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate global collaboration.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge metallurgical research and development resources.
• Opportunities for international travel for site visits and project collaboration.