Shift Metallurgist

Northern Cape
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Mining
Reference: 112940

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Minopex

Introduction

This position will be based at the Gamsberg site close to Aggeneys in the Northern Cape.

Description

The purpose of this position is to continuously monitor production output and optimise process efficiency in line with plant capacity and sound processing principles.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with NCMO’s Health, Safety & Environmental requirements
Ensure that Process activities are integrated and coordinated
Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards and procedures of the work
Ensure adherence to the specified process parameters within the respective sections
Effective trouble shooting in case of deviations
Identify, diagnose and analyse deviations and consult with Supervisor/ Management prior to implementing changes
Provide support and advice to responsible Supervisors/ Management
Be responsible for all plant metallurgical actions/activities on shift
Cover for Control Room Operators/ Section Supervisors/ Metallurgist when required
Conduct research (literature or practical) on specific topics received from the Process Superintendent / Plant Manager / Client
Conduct test and project work in the laboratory and do physical tests in the plant and consolidate test results with past reports and other findings
Be involved in cost analysis exercises to evaluate the viability of implementing projects and make necessary recommendations for changes in the process
Ensure adherence to Client quality requirements by monitoring laboratory feedback and ensuring the implementation of corrective measures
Continuously monitor the production process to ensure adherence to ISO and legislative standards/requirements
Perform administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability

Experience and Skills Requirements

3 – 5 years’ experience in a processing environment of which at least 18 to 24 months should be as a Metallurgist
Base metal processing experience will be an advantage
English language proficiency
Presentation skills
Time management skills
Attention to detail
Employee Relations and People Management skills
Supervisory skills
Financial management skills
Computer literate in MS Office
Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1

Qualification Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma (BTech) in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

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About Minopex

Established in response to an industry trend towards outsourcing the operational aspects of minerals processing, Minopex has grown to become a leading specialist in the field of outsourced operation and maintenance (O&M) of metal and mineral processing facilities in the coal, platinum, gold, iron ore and diamond industries. The company is internationally acknowledged for its quality service and high standards and few mining companies run their mineral processing plants as efficiently.

Minopex sets itself apart from its competition by focusing on quality related service at market related prices and company employees fully embrace this ethos, which has become one of the company’s cornerstones of success.