Remote Senior Metallurgist: Process Innovation

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly role

Performance-based annual bonus

Home office setup allowance

Global development resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Metallurgist to join their global team, working remotely from Centurion or another suitable location. The role focuses on optimizing mineral processing operations worldwide, using advanced data analysis to improve recovery, efficiency and reduce costs.

You will collaborate with site teams via virtual channels, conduct feasibility studies and pilot trials for new technologies, and contribute to strategic direction in metallurgical engineering

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy, with a strong focus on process optimization.
• Proven ability to analyze complex metallurgical data using statistical methods and simulation software.
• Experience with a variety of processing techniques (e.g., flotation, leaching, refining) across different commodities.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across different time zones.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully implementing process improvements that resulted in measurable cost savings or efficiency gains.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical process data from various sites to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Develop and implement best practices for mineral processing, focusing on enhanced recovery and reduced environmental impact.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot plant trials for new process technologies or modifications.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting to site metallurgists and operations teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in metallurgical science and technology, proposing innovative solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management and project stakeholders.

Skills

Metallurgy

Process optimization

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Statistical software

Simulation software

Flotation / Leaching techniques

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Metallurgist to join their global team, working remotely from Centurion or another suitable location. The role focuses on optimizing mineral processing operations worldwide, using advanced data analysis to improve recovery, efficiency and reduce costs.

You will collaborate with site teams via virtual channels, conduct feasibility studies and pilot trials for new technologies, and contribute to strategic direction in metallurgical engineering