Senior Metallurgical Engineer — Platinum Processing Lead

Placements24

Johannesburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

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Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking aSenior Metallurgical Engineer for our client in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on optimizing processes for platinum group metals extraction, improving recovery and efficiency, and driving innovative solutions in mineral processing.

You will lead tests, pilot plant activities, and scale-up studies while collaborating with geologists, engineers and management to define ore characteristics and processing strategies.

Qualifications

8+ years experience in mineral processing with a focus on PGMs.
Strong knowledge of mineral processing techniques and plant operations.
Proven track record in project management within the mining sector.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize metallurgical processes for PGMs extraction.
Conduct test work, pilot plant operations, and scale-up studies.
Analyze process data & implement corrective actions.
Troubleshoot operational issues and guide plant personnel.
Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and manuals.
Collaborate with geologists, engineers and management on strategies.
Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Flotation

Leaching

Data analysis

Project management

Leadership

Education

Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

HSC Chemistry

METSIM

Job description

You will lead tests, pilot plant activities, and scale-up studies while collaborating with geologists, engineers and management to define ore characteristics and processing strategies.

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