Senior Metallurgist, Mineral Processing & Optimization

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health, life, disability insurance

Pension and share schemes

Relocation assistance

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BSc or BEng in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Statistical analysis

Data reporting tools

Job description

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