Metallurgist (Chrome Wash Plant)

SUMMARY:

Metallurgist – Chrome Wash Plant

Location: Rustenburg | Full-Time | Mining / Mineral Processing Sector

Are you a highly experienced metallurgist with a passion for optimizing plant processes and driving operational success? We’re seeking a Metallurgist to lead and elevate the metallurgical processes at our Chrome Wash Plant.

POSITION INFO:

About the Role

As a Metallurgist, you will play a key leadership role in optimizing chrome beneficiation processes, improving recovery rates, and ensuring plant efficiency. Your expertise will directly influence production quality, cost management, and the long-term success of our operations. If you’re ready to bring your skills and leadership to a dynamic team, this is the opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead metallurgical operations to optimize recovery and output at the Chrome Wash Plant
• Oversee metallurgical test work, process control, and troubleshooting to ensure efficiency
• Implement process improvements in gravity separation, spirals, and DMS
• Monitor and report on plant performance metrics, providing insights for senior management
• Conduct pilot tests and process trials to introduce new technologies
• Supervise and mentor junior metallurgists, technicians, and plant operators
• Ensure full compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions and enhance operations

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5-10 years of experience in a metallurgical role, ideally with chrome or PGM experience
• Proven ability to lead and optimize mineral processing operations
• Strong knowledge of gravity separation, DMS, spirals, and beneficiation techniques
• In-depth experience with laboratory analysis, process simulation, and performance monitoring
• Ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and drive process improvements
• Commitment to safety and compliance with industry standards

 

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