Senior Metallurgist, Mineral Processing – Lead & Optimize
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to lead mineral processing operations near Benoni, Gauteng. You will optimize processes to maximize recovery and product quality, drive cost efficiency, and mentor junior metallurgists.
The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mineral processing, experience with base metals or precious metals, and strong knowledge of flotation, leaching, comminution, and refining. You will collaborate with engineering and operations on plant design, upgrades, and
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 7 years in mineral processing and metallurgy.
- Experience in base metals or precious metals processing.
- Knowledge of comminution, flotation, leaching and refining.
Responsibilities
- Optimize metallurgical processes to improve recovery, grade, and cost.
- Conduct pilot plant trials and feasibility studies.
- Troubleshoot operational issues and minimize downtime.
- Develop process control strategies and QA programs.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to metallurgy team.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations on plant design, upgrades, and maintenance.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to lead mineral processing operations near Benoni, Gauteng. You will optimize processes to maximize recovery and product quality, drive cost efficiency, and mentor junior metallurgists.
The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mineral processing, experience with base metals or precious metals, and strong knowledge of flotation, leaching, comminution, and refining. You will collaborate with engineering and operations on plant design, upgrades, and
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