Senior Scientist : Process Mineralogy

Mintek; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Mintek seeks a Senior Scientist in Process Mineralogy to manage and execute projects related to the mining/metallurgical industry. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience with mineralogical equipment and an MSc in relevant disciplines. This role requires client interaction, project management, and adherence to quality standards in reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in mineralogical equipment operation.
• Experience with automated scanning electron microscopy preferred.
• Must be organised with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Manager in project work for mining/metallurgical industry.
• Lead execution of projects ensuring technical efficiency.
• Follow SHEQ procedures for maximum project efficiency.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project Management Skills

Drafting proposals

Organised and detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Education

MSc in Geology

MSc in Earth Science

MSc in Mineralogy

MSc in Metallurgy/Engineering

Tools

X-ray diffraction

Scanning electron microscopy

Automated scanning electron microscopy

Electron probe microanalysis

Optical microscopy

Job description

Job title : Senior Scientist : Process Mineralogy

Job Location : Gauteng, Randburg Deadline : June 22, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS :

• Assist Head / Executive manager to maintain and expand on project work from the mining / metallurgical industry, and associated funding instruments, in line with the Division’s current business plans, by providing competence and professional expertise, and interacting with clients / stakeholders.
• Ascertain needs of clients / stakeholders and propose appropriate project work to secure income for the Division.
• Execute projects to meet the time scheduling agreed to with the client / stakeholder, contain costs for the Division and deliver valid conclusions with technical efficiency and professionalism.
• Lead and execute projects with technical expertise for which interactions with clients / stakeholders are required at an advanced level.
• Comply with the internal administration requirements of Mintek and the Mineralogy Division with respect to labour and instrument time capture, business governance (in IFS), professional reporting and project management.
• Ensure that SHEQ procedures are followed and project work is executed to produce valid conclusions and with maximum overall efficiency - technically and financially.
• A proven record of research experience and publications in a field related to and adjacent to the mining industry.
• Ensure that the documentation of work and procedures is done and produce advanced professional level reports and publications.

JOBKNOWLEDGEANDEXPERIENCE :

• 5 years or more experience in the operation of mineralogical equipment (e.g., X-ray diffraction, scanning- or automated scanning- electron microscopy, electron probe microanalysis, optical microscopy), processing and interpretation of derived data therefrom. Preference will be given to candidates with automated scanning electron microscopy experience (MLA, QEMSCAN or TIMA).
• Operation / understanding of instruments related to emerging techniques in mineralogy will be advantageous.
• The incumbent must be highly organised, able to multi-task and pay attention to detail, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Drafting of proposals that meet client / stakeholder objectives
• Client relationship management
• Project Management Skills.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• At least an MSc (Geology, Earth Science, Mineralogy or Metallurgy / Engineering)