Reinventing Gold Processing: A Senior Process Engineer Opportunity
Mills Recruitment partners with a respected EPC/EPCM provider to recruit an experienced Senior Process Engineer for gold project development. With a strong reputation in successfully delivering projects across Australia, from concept to execution, the core expertise lies in designing and constructing mineral processing facilities with a focus on innovation, quality, and community engagement.
This is an exceptional chance to join a dynamic team with a supportive culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to professional growth.
Responsibilities:
* Contribute to all project phases – concept studies to detailed design – on gold and other metals projects.
* Develop and optimize process flowsheets for greenfield and brownfield metallurgical plants.
* Undertake trade-off studies to determine efficient and cost-effective project solutions.
* Prepare design calculations and process simulations using industry-standard software.
* Generate process equipment data sheets and mass balance models.
* Provide input to other engineering disciplines and support overall project delivery.
* Assist in preparing capital and operating cost estimates.
* Engage directly with clients to understand and deliver on project and business needs.
* Mentor junior engineers to support team development.
About You:
* Degree qualified in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
* Minimum of 7 years' process engineering experience within the metallurgical industry, with a strong focus on gold processing.
* Prior experience in an EPC/EPCM, consulting, or contracting environment.
* Operational site experience will be highly regarded.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Experience mentoring junior engineers is advantageous.
* Adaptable, solution-focused, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Requirements:
* Expertise in gold processing and metallurgical engineering.
* Proven track record in developing process flowsheets and optimizing plant designs.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prepare detailed design calculations and process simulations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients and stakeholders.
* Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.