Senior Mineral Processing Lead – East London (Relocation)

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Private medical aid

Retirement fund

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mineral Processing Superintendent to oversee and optimize operations at our East London facility in the Eastern Cape. You will lead a large team of process engineers, operators and technicians, driving continuous improvement, ensuring safety, environmental compliance and high recovery rates.

The role requires a BEng or BSc in metallurgy or chemical engineering, 8+ years in mineral processing with 4+ in supervision, and a proven track record in base or precious

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in mineral processing operations, with at least 4 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience managing complex mineral processing plants, preferably base or precious metals.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work shifts and be on-site as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mineral processing operations, including plant performance, maintenance coordination, and safety management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers, operators, and technicians to achieve targets.
• Implement and manage continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiency and recovery.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Monitor plant performance against key metrics and develop action plans for deviations.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and geology departments for seamless operations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team development

Process optimization

Safety management

Education

BEng

BSc in Metallurgy/Chemical Eng

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mineral Processing Superintendent to oversee and optimize operations at our East London facility in the Eastern Cape. You will lead a large team of process engineers, operators and technicians, driving continuous improvement, ensuring safety, environmental compliance and high recovery rates.

The role requires a BEng or BSc in metallurgy or chemical engineering, 8+ years in mineral processing with 4+ in supervision, and a proven track record in base or precious