Remote Senior Metallurgist - Global Mining & Processing

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 3,062,000 - 4,593,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Global opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Metallurgist to lead remote metallurgical projects in the global mining sector. You will guide process optimization, design feasibility, and data-driven improvements across base metals, precious metals, and industrial minerals.

You will analyze complex data, supervise pilot tests, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from a remote setting. Excellent communication and independent work skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10-12+ years of intensive experience in mineral processing and metallurgy with mining applications.
• Expertise in base metals, precious metals, or industrial minerals processing.
• Experience in process simulation, modeling (e.g., METSIM, HSC Chemistry), and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of comminution, flotation, leaching, and refining circuits.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert metallurgical consulting to mining operations with a focus on process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Lead feasibility studies and detailed design for new plants and upgrades.
• Analyze complex metallurgical data and develop data-driven solutions to improve recovery and product quality.
• Develop pilot plant testing programs and scale-up strategies for new processes.
• Stay updated on metallurgical advances and assess applicability to operations.
• Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and operations managers to meet project objectives.
• Mentor junior metallurgists and remote staff.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals for stakeholders.
• Ensure practices meet environmental and safety standards in mining.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Mineral processing knowledge

Education

MSc in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

PhD in Metallurgy or related field

Tools

METSIM

HSC Chemistry

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Metallurgist to lead remote metallurgical projects in the global mining sector. You will guide process optimization, design feasibility, and data-driven improvements across base metals, precious metals, and industrial minerals.

You will analyze complex data, supervise pilot tests, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from a remote setting. Excellent communication and independent work skills are essential.