Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Senior Metallurgist to join our processing team. The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for all metallurgical activities, ensuring production targets are met safely and efficiently.
Duties include:
* Managing the laboratory area and working with colleagues to ensure a safe and effective environment.
* Carrying out metallurgical monitoring activities, including bottle rolls, size analysis and spot assays checks as required.
* Participating in process improvement and cost reduction projects.
* Liaising with Mining and Geology departments to ensure ore haulage and grade delivered to ROM pad aligns with processing schedule.
* Contribute to continuous improvement by looking for opportunities to improve plant efficiency through design, operating philosophy, learning from past performance, and implementing corrective actions.
* Attending operations prestart meetings.
* Completing Met Accounting activities as required.
* Providing written reports on test work results to Metallurgical team and wider site personnel as required.
* Providing input when required on reviews of plant performance against plan and investigating and reporting on variation to production targets.
* Providing operational support to Gold room Operator as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A relevant tertiary qualification in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in mineral processing, with at least 2 years working in gold processing.
* Exposure to Citect software, Microsoft Office products and Pronto.
* Knowledge of statutory safety relevant to a fixed plant.
* The ability to lead a collaborative team environment.
* A valid WA driver's licence.
Benefits
This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing gold producing company whilst working within a focused and committed team. Our benefits package includes:
* Salary packaging including novated car leasing.
* Complimentary life insurance and income protection.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* New accommodation camp and facilities.
* Virgin Frequent Flyer.
* A cohesive and supportive culture.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Mining.