| Date | 2025-01-29 |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Senior Metallurgist €“ Gold Plant Operations |
| Employer | Elchemie More Information |
| Salary | 828000 |
| Category | Building Construction Mining |
| Location |
Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
Our esteemed client, a leader in gold mining operations, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Metallurgist to join their team based in Springs, Gauteng. In this pivotal role, the successful applicant will oversee and optimize key gold processing operations, including milling, thickening, CIL (Carbon-in-Leach), elution, electrowinning, and tailings management. Primary responsibilities will include improving metallurgical performance, driving process efficiency, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the successful applicant will mentor junior metallurgists and collaborate with cross-functional teams – Operations, Maintenance, and HSE – to ensure a safe, sustainable, and cost-effective operational environment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading organization in the gold mining sector.
Requirements:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or related field.
- Minimum of 8 years experience in metallurgical or mineral processing roles, with at least 5 years in gold processing plant operations.
- Proven success in optimizing milling, thickening, CIL (or CIP), elution, electrowinning, and tailings processes.
- Strong understanding of gold recovery processes, metallurgical test procedures, instrumentation, and process control systems.
- Proficiency in metallurgical accounting, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).
- Valid License and own vehicle
- Clear criminal record and ability to pass client site medical examinations.
Duties:
- Process Optimization & Technical Leadership
- Metallurgical Supervision & Mentoring
- Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement
- Research & Development
- Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Budgeting & Reporting
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Perform other duties as required by the business, even if not specifically listed in the job description.
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Senior Metallurgist €“ Gold Plant Operations position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Elchemie. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-01-29 at 13:00:35 in the Building Construction Mining category
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