Contract Metallurgist  [Feb.12, 2010]

Location: Unknown

GOLD OPERATION

Overseas Location

Our Client requires a suitably qualified Contract Senior Metallurgist for a short term role that could lead into a longer term position.

The current contract on offer is for a 6 months contract on a 9 week on 4 week off roster

Job Description

Directs and coordinates activities concerning metallurgical processes and controls and metallurgical testing to ensure optimum efficiency of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/implement/oversee all metallurgical aspects of the mill operation.
• Strong focus on training and safety of the national workforce.
• Assemble data and prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports for operating information/environmental status/safety issues within the mill department.
• Oversee and direct all personnel activities within the metallurgical department.
• Supervise, direct, and train metallurgical engineers and technicians.
• Communicate with the mill manager, metallurgical testing and operating practices that have the potential to increase production and decrease costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy.
• 5-10 years in a supervisory role in a similar metallurgical/mining environment.
• Knowledge and experience with crushing, grinding, classification, thickening, CIL, and tailings management.
• Ability to analyze and understand statistical metallurgical data.
• Computer fluency a must.
• The ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

If you are interested in this role and would like more information please contact Mark Pemberton on 08 9240 7399 or email mark@miningemployment.com.au

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