Senior Metallurgist - Mineral Processing

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and incentives

Health, life, disability insurance

Pension and share schemes

Relocation assistance

Learning and development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking an experienced Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing, analyze data, and implement improvements for higher yield and product quality. The role focuses on safe operation, process optimization, and collaboration with engineers and operators in a dynamic processing plant environment.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in metallurgy or chemical engineering, at least five years in mineral processing, and proficiency with simulation and

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mineral processing, preferably in base metals or precious metals.
• Strong understanding of metallurgical principles and unit operations.
• Experience with process simulation software and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and optimize the mineral processing circuit across crushing, grinding, flotation, and leaching.
• Conduct laboratory tests to evaluate new processing techniques and drive improvements.
• Analyze metallurgical accounting data to track recovery, grade, and plant performance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to maximize yield.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to ensure safe, efficient plant operation.
• Prepare reports on plant performance, improvements, and economic evaluations.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

BSc or BEng in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Outils

Process simulation software

Statistical analysis

Data reporting tools

Description du poste

Metallurgist - Processing Plant

3900 Placements24

Posted today

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Metallurgist to join their processing plant team in the Richards Bay region. This role is responsible for optimizing the recovery of valuable minerals through various metallurgical processes, ensuring efficient and cost-effective plant operations. You will analyze process data, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement improvements to maximize yield and product quality. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving innovation in mineral processing technology, contributing to a sustainable and profitable operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring and controlling all stages of the mineral processing circuit, including crushing, grinding, flotation, and leaching.
• Conducting laboratory test work to evaluate new processing techniques and optimize existing ones.
• Analyzing metallurgical accounting data to track recovery, grade, and plant performance.
• Troubleshooting operational problems and implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime and maximize yield.
• Collaborating with engineers and operators to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
• Preparing reports on plant performance, process improvements, and economic evaluations.

Requirements

• BSc or BEng in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mineral processing, preferably in base metals or precious metals.
• Strong understanding of metallurgical principles and unit operations.
• Experience with process simulation software and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Pension fund and share incentive schemes.
• Relocation assistance for successful candidates.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.