Senior Metallurgical Engineer - Base Metals Processing

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Metallurgical Engineer to lead our base metals processing operations near Randburg, Gauteng. You will drive innovation, optimize recovery, and ensure high-quality metal concentrates through advanced hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and mineral processing expertise.

The role requires 10+ years in metallurgical processing of base metals, leadership capabilities, and the ability to travel to mine sites and conferences.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in metallurgical processing with base metals focus.
• Experience with copper, zinc, lead, nickel or other base metals.
• Experience with flotation, leaching, smelting, refining, and solvent extraction.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the metallurgical team in process optimization, operational improvements, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and implement innovative metallurgical strategies to maximize metal recovery and product quality.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot plant trials for new process technologies.
• Analyze plant performance data and implement data-driven improvements.
• Oversee metallurgical accounting and ensure accurate reporting of production metrics.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide expert technical guidance to operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Mentor and develop junior metallurgical engineers and technicians.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and technology providers.
• Stay abreast of global trends and advancements in base metals processing.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Metallurgy

Ph.D. in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Metallurgical simulation software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Metallurgical Engineer to lead our base metals processing operations near Randburg, Gauteng. You will drive innovation, optimize recovery, and ensure high-quality metal concentrates through advanced hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and mineral processing expertise.

The role requires 10+ years in metallurgical processing of base metals, leadership capabilities, and the ability to travel to mine sites and conferences.