Senior Metallurgist — Processing Optimization Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Bonuses

Relocation assistance

International training

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Lead Metallurgist to head the metallurgical processing plant. You will optimize performance, improve recovery, and lead a team of metallurgists and technicians in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires a strong background in mineral processing, experience in flotation and hydrometallurgy, and proven ability to manage budgets and projects across operations, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in mineral processing and metallurgy with 3+ years in lead/supervisory roles.
• Expertise in base/metals processing including flotation, leaching, hydrometallurgy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee metallurgical processing plant including crushing, grinding, flotation and refining.
• Develop strategies to optimize process performance and improve recovery/grades.
• Conduct detailed metallurgical test work and pilot plant trials for new tech.
• Troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.
• Analyze process data using statistics to identify optimization opportunities.
• Manage metallurgical budget and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Lead and mentor metallurgists and technicians for high performance.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with engineering/operations on plant design and commissioning.
• Prepare technical reports for senior management.

Skills

Metallurgy

Leadership

Data analysis

Process optimization

Mineral processing

Flotation

Hydrometallurgy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Metallurgy/Chemical Eng

Tools

METSIM

JKSimFloat

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Lead Metallurgist to head the metallurgical processing plant. You will optimize performance, improve recovery, and lead a team of metallurgists and technicians in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires a strong background in mineral processing, experience in flotation and hydrometallurgy, and proven ability to manage budgets and projects across operations, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.