Remote Metallurgy Specialist: Mineral Processing & Optimization

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package with˗

Flexible remote work arrangement

Global leader in mining

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Metallurgist to contribute to mineral processing operations. The role focuses on process optimization, troubleshooting, and metallurgical accounting across sites, leveraging expertise in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and pyrometallurgy to improve recovery, product quality, and costs.

The candidate will analyze data sets, report insights, and collaborate with on-site teams via advanced communication tools in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mineral processing and metallurgy.
• Strong understanding of flotation, leaching, smelting, and refining processes.
• Proficiency in metallurgical simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and communicate complex technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical test results and plant data to optimize mineral processing circuits.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving metal recovery and concentrate grade.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide remote technical support to plant personnel.
• Conduct metallurgical accounting and reporting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Research and recommend new technologies and process improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on pilot plant studies and process scale-up.

Skills

Mineral processing

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Metallurgical software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Metallurgist to contribute to mineral processing operations. The role focuses on process optimization, troubleshooting, and metallurgical accounting across sites, leveraging expertise in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and pyrometallurgy to improve recovery, product quality, and costs.

The candidate will analyze data sets, report insights, and collaborate with on-site teams via advanced communication tools in a fully remote environment.