Development Metallurgist

Purpose of the Job

Conduct metallurgical technical test-work (flotation, micro flotation and flocculation) as per Technical Service Request. To support Product Development projects through Metallurgical expertise.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct technical test-work (Flotation, micro flotation, and flocculation)
• Adhering to project time frame, conducting technical test-work, reagents preparation & sample preparation
• Writing scope of work for all the technical test-work
• Populating the results of the technical test-work and writing the technical report after each completed project
• Generating of purchase requisition (PR) on SAP
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, and R&D to support product development
• Housekeeping and adhering to SHEQ policies & standard operating procedures

 Qualifications and Experience

• Matric / Grade 12 (with Maths and Science)
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Metallurgy (required)
• B-Tech/BSc Chemical Engineering or Metallurgy (advantageous)
• Minimum 2-to-3-year experience in Metallurgical Laboratory
• Metallurgical competency

Key Competencies

• In-depth understanding of flotation principles, techniques, and reagent roles, with knowledge in optimizing flotation reagents (collectors, frothers, depressants, flocculants)
• Knowledge of laboratory and on-site testing procedures, and ability to analyse and interpret data from flotation test work
• Communication skills
• Analytical ability
• Attention to detail
• Computer Literate

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