Flotation Specialist

Purpose of the Job

The primary purpose of the Flotation Specialist is to drive the development and validation of proof of concepts for flotation reagents, ensuring their effective application in both on-site operations and laboratory settings.

When not engaged in proof of concept activities, the Flotation Specialist supports metallurgical lab managers by providing technical expertise, optimizing flotation processes, and assisting with reagent applications.

This role involves leveraging extensive knowledge of flotation processes and reagents to optimize their use, providing technical support and training, and collaborating with product managers and other stakeholders.

The specialist is expected to be proactive, innovative, and willing to travel locally and internationally to support trials and implementations, contributing to the continuous improvement of flotation technologies and practices.

Main Role Objectives

• Develop and implement proof of concepts for flotation reagents in collaboration with product managers
• Conduct on-site and laboratory trials to validate the effectiveness of flotation reagents
• Analyse trial data and prepare detailed reports on findings and recommendations
• Maintain a broad and in-depth knowledge of the flotation process, including mineralogy, surface chemistry, and metallurgical processes
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in flotation technology and reagent applications.
• Provide support to the metallurgical lab in flotation projects
• Understand and optimize the use of various flotation reagents, including collectors, frothers, depressants, and flocculants
• Provide technical support and guidance on the selection and application of flotation reagents for different ore types and conditions
• Work closely with product managers, site engineers, and laboratory technicians to ensure the successful implementation of flotation reagent trials
• Provide training and technical support to plant operators and metallurgists on the use and optimization of flotation reagents
• Collect and analyse data from flotation trials to assess reagent performance
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, detailing trial outcomes and recommendations
• Be willing and able to travel both locally and internationally as required to conduct on-site trials, provide technical support, and attend industry conferences and meetings
• Identify opportunities for improving flotation processes and reagent formulations
• Participate in research and development activities to innovate and enhance flotation reagent products

Experience and Qualificatons Required

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in flotation processes within the metallurgical.
• Have experience on working on customer sites doing hot floats and bench floats
• Have presented test work and proof of concept results to a customer or senior manager
• Extensive experience in report writing with an excellent computer skills

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