Remote Senior Metallurgist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Global health insurance

International travel opportunities

Professional development funding

Remote-friendly work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join a globally distributed technical team operating remotely to support mineral processing worldwide. You will optimize metallurgical processes, troubleshoot complex challenges, and influence global standards from a remote location.

The role emphasizes extensive experience across varied ore bodies, responsible for improving recovery, reducing costs, and delivering detailed technical guidance to sites across time zones.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mineral processing and metallurgy.
• Expertise in base metals, precious metals, or industrial minerals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot mineral processing circuits (e.g., comminution, flotation, leaching).
• Conduct metallurgical test work programs and interpret results to improve plant performance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site-based metallurgical teams globally.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to increase metal recovery and reduce operating costs.
• Prepare detailed metallurgical reports, process flowsheets, and operational guidelines.
• Stay abreast of new metallurgical technologies and innovations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Metallurgy

PhD in Metallurgy or related field

Tools

METSIM

JKSimMet

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Metallurgist to join their globally distributed technical team, operating remotely and supporting mineral processing operations worldwide. This role is vital for enhancing recovery rates, optimizing metallurgical processes, and troubleshooting complex processing challenges. You will work with a diverse range of ore bodies and processing plants, applying your extensive knowledge to drive efficiency and value. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned metallurgist to apply their expertise across varied projects from a convenient remote location, influencing global operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot mineral processing circuits (e.g., comminution, flotation, leaching).
• Conduct metallurgical test work programs and interpret results to improve plant performance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site-based metallurgical teams globally.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to increase metal recovery and reduce operating costs.
• Prepare detailed metallurgical reports, process flowsheets, and operational guidelines.
• Stay abreast of new metallurgical technologies and innovations.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mineral processing and metallurgy, with a strong track record of success.
• Expertise in various commodities such as base metals, precious metals, or industrial minerals.
• Proficiency in metallurgical simulation software (e.g., METSIM, JKSimMet).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and provide expert advice across different time zones.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive global health, life, and disability insurance.
• Significant opportunities for international travel for site visits and project collaboration.
• Professional development funding and support for attending industry conferences.
• A dynamic and supportive remote working environment with a focus on technical excellence and innovation, supporting a flexible lifestyle from Port Elizabeth or any preferred location.