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)
- 8–10 years of experience in a senior 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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