Senior Process Engineer

Minopex; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mineral processing company is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join their Business Improvement and Technical team. This role involves providing expert support to optimize plant performance, developing process strategies, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering and 8–10 years of relevant experience. The position is based in Johannesburg with opportunities for regional and international travel.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years’ experience in mineral processing, plant operations, or process optimisation.
• Professional registration (Pr.Eng) will be an advantage.
• Proven track record in leading technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert process engineering support to ensure optimal plant performance.
• Develop and implement process optimisation strategies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Process optimisation

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering

Matric or equivalent

Job description

Overview

This position is based at our Head Office in Woodmead, Johannesburg, and will require periodic national and international travel to operations, depending on project needs.

Description

Minopex is seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer to join our Business Improvement and Technical (BIT) team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, deploying innovative products to operations, supporting special projects, and providing technical expertise across our operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide expert process engineering support to operations to ensure optimal plant performance.
• Assist with commissioning support, problem-solving interventions, and special projects on a short-term basis
• Develop and implement process optimisation strategies that drive efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to solve complex operational challenges.
• Collaborate across diverse teams to successfully develop and deploy innovative products in operational environments.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for both internal and client stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards in all operations activities.
• Provide Project Management Support to projects and operations

Qualification Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED qualifications such as the N3 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Professional registration (Pr.Eng) with ECSA will be an advantage

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in mineral processing, plant operations, or process optimisation.
• Project Management experience will be an advantage.
• Proven track record in leading technical projects and driving operational improvements.
• Strong knowledge of process modelling, plant troubleshooting, and metallurgical accounting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.