Senior Metallurgist: Optimize Processes & Boost Recovery

Placements24

Benoni

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career advancement

International projects

Advanced laboratory facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Metallurgist in Benoni to lead optimization across mineral processing circuits. You will drive recovery, throughput and cost reductions, guiding operators and supervisors with deep technical insight.

Ideal candidates hold an 8+ year track record, with an MSc/PhD in Metallurgy or related field, and strong skills in simulation software and data analytics. This role offers growth, international project exposure, and advanced lab access.

Qualifications

8+ years in mineral processing and metallurgy with emphasis on optimization.
MSc or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or related field.
Extensive knowledge of mineral processing unit operations and their interactions.

Responsibilities

Analyze and optimize metallurgical processes across crushing, grinding, flotation, leaching, and refining.
Conduct metallurgical test work to evaluate new technologies and improve circuits.
Monitor plant performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement efficiency improvements.
Troubleshoot problems and provide technical guidance to operators and supervisors.
Develop and manage process control strategies for consistent product quality.
Prepare technical reports, process flow diagrams, and capital expenditure recommendations.