Posted 5 days ago
Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Metallurgist to join their processing plant operations in Queenstown. This pivotal role involves optimizing mineral processing circuits to maximize recovery and product quality, while ensuring operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will lead metallurgical test work, process troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives within the mining industry. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the profitability and sustainability of their operations, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing for collaboration and site visits.
Key Responsibilities
- Optimize operating parameters of flotation, leaching, and other mineral processing circuits to achieve target recovery and grade.
- Conduct metallurgical test work and pilot plant trials to evaluate new processes or improve existing ones.
- Troubleshoot operational issues and provide expert technical guidance to plant operators and engineers.
- Develop and implement strategies for process improvement, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
- Analyze plant data, prepare metallurgical reports, and present findings to management.
- Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards in all metallurgical operations.
Requirements
- Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in mineral processing metallurgy, with expertise in relevant commodities.
- Proven track record of process optimization and troubleshooting in a plant environment.
- Strong understanding of physiochemical principles governing mineral separation processes.
- Proficiency with metallurgical simulation software and data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
- Comprehensive medical, life, and disability insurance.
- Retirement plan with company contributions.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure.
- Supportive team environment focused on innovation and excellence.
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