Senior Metallurgist - Remote Opportunity

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work setup support

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Continuous learning & professional dev

Global network of metallurgicalExperts

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, South Africa, seeks a Senior Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing remotely across multiple sites. You will analyze metallurgical data, troubleshoot processes, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with site teams and management from afar.

The role requires a PhD or MSc in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering, 9+ years in mineral processing, and expertise in comminution, flotation, leaching, plus familiarity with METSIM/JKSimMet.

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy.
• Expertise in comminution, flotation, leaching, and other relevant mineral processing techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze metallurgical test results and operational data to identify areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize mineral recovery rates and product quality.
• Troubleshoot complex metallurgical issues encountered in pilot plants and commercial operations.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support to plant operations teams remotely.
• Conduct research into new metallurgical technologies and assess their applicability to company operations.
• Prepare detailed metallurgical reports, including process flow diagrams and recommendations.

Conocimientos

Comminution

Flotation

Leaching

Data analysis

Remote leadership

Educación

Master's in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

PhD in Metallurgy or related field

Herramientas

METSIM

JKSimMet

Process simulation software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Metallurgist to join their global team, contributing expertise to operations near Welkom . This is a fully remote position where you will be instrumental in optimizing mineral processing and recovery operations across various sites. You will analyze metallurgical data, troubleshoot processing challenges, and develop innovative solutions to improve efficiency and yield. The role requires a deep understanding of metallurgical principles, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively with site-based teams and management from a distance, driving continuous improvement in metallurgical performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical test results and operational data to identify areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize mineral recovery rates and product quality.
• Troubleshoot complex metallurgical issues encountered in pilot plants and commercial operations.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support to plant operations teams remotely.
• Conduct research into new metallurgical technologies and assess their applicability to company operations.
• Prepare detailed metallurgical reports, including process flow diagrams and recommendations.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy.
• Expertise in comminution, flotation, leaching, and other relevant mineral processing techniques.
• Proficiency in metallurgical simulation software (e.g., METSIM, JKSimMet) is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to manage projects and provide technical leadership in a remote capacity.
• Excellent problem-solving and data analysis skills, with strong communication abilities.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and performance-related bonus structure.
• Remote work flexibility with support for home office setup.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Access to a global network of metallurgical experts.