Senior Metallurgist, Base Metals Processing & Innovation

Placements24; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive package

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites applications for a Principal Metallurgist to lead processing operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on optimizing base metal metallurgy through hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy, driving performance, and delivering cost-effective metal recoveries.

The successful candidate will oversee R&D, pilot studies, and metallurgical accounting, mentor teams, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with engineering and operations to meet strategic targets.

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in base metal metallurgy with track record in optimization.
• Experience in platinum or gold mining sectors is highly regarded.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee and optimize metallurgical processes for base metal extraction (flotation, leaching, electrowinning).
• Lead R&D to develop new metallurgical technologies and process improvements.
• Conduct metallurgical test work and pilot plant studies to assess viability.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement actions to improve recovery, grade, and throughput.
• Develop and manage metallurgical accounting systems to track production.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and management to hit targets.
• Mentor and develop a team of metallurgists and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Represent the company in technical forums and engage with industry experts.

Conocimientos

Metallurgy expertise

Process optimization

Leadership

Data analysis

Educación

Master's or PhD in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

Metallurgical simulation software

Advanced data analysis tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 invites applications for a Principal Metallurgist to lead processing operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on optimizing base metal metallurgy through hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy, driving performance, and delivering cost-effective metal recoveries.

The successful candidate will oversee R&D, pilot studies, and metallurgical accounting, mentor teams, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with engineering and operations to meet strategic targets.