Remote Senior Metallurgist - Process Innovation

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 2,799,000 - 3,787,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Global health benefits

Remote work autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a globally recognized mining company to hire a Senior Metallurgist for a fully remote technical services role. You will drive process innovation, optimize mineral processing, and provide expert support to plant operations worldwide.

The position emphasizes R&D, evaluation and piloting of new technologies, development of process simulations, and mentoring remote teams. Strong experience in comminution, flotation, hydrometallurgy, or pyrometallurgy is essential, with a

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development initiatives for new metallurgical process technologies.
• Evaluate, pilot, and implement innovative processing techniques to improve recovery, grade, and cost-efficiency.
• Provide high-level technical consultation and troubleshooting support to global operations teams.
• Develop and optimize process simulation models to predict performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze metallurgical data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for optimization.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, research papers, and presentations on metallurgical advancements.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mineral processing.
• Mentor and guide junior metallurgists and technical staff remotely.
• Contribute to the development of metallurgical standards and procedures across the organization.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized mining company, is seeking an innovative Senior Metallurgist to join their fully remote technical services team. This role is focused on driving process innovation and continuous improvement across their diverse portfolio of mining operations. You will be responsible for evaluating and implementing new metallurgical technologies, optimizing existing processes for enhanced recovery and efficiency, and providing expert technical support to plant operations worldwide. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking metallurgist to shape the future of mineral processing from a remote location, collaborating with international experts and contributing to significant advancements in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research and development initiatives for new metallurgical process technologies.
• Evaluate, pilot, and implement innovative processing techniques to improve recovery, grade, and cost-efficiency.
• Provide high-level technical consultation and troubleshooting support to global operations teams.
• Develop and optimize process simulation models to predict performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze metallurgical data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for optimization.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, research papers, and presentations on metallurgical advancements.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mineral processing.
• Mentor and guide junior metallurgists and technical staff remotely.
• Contribute to the development of metallurgical standards and procedures across the organization.

Requirements

• A Master's or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in mineral processing and metallurgy, with a strong emphasis on R&D and process innovation.
• Demonstrated expertise in comminution, flotation, hydrometallurgy, or pyrometallurgy, depending on company needs.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing new technologies and process improvements in a mining context.
• Advanced proficiency in metallurgical simulation software (e.g., METSIM, GEMS, JKSimFloat) and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead projects effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills for working with diverse international teams.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools and methodologies is essential.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a competitive executive-level salary, comprehensive global health benefits, and a lucrative retirement savings plan.
• Our client provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, involvement in cutting-edge projects, and continuous learning.
• You will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of remote work, contributing to significant advancements in the mining industry.
• Performance bonuses and other benefits are aligned with this senior position.