Description:
Company and Job Description:I am a specialist recruiter within the mining industry.
Are you passionate about turning raw materials into world-class products? Were on the lookout for Metallurgical Engineers who thrives in transforming metal properties and processes across mining, foundry, or manufacturing environments. If you can analyse, test, and enhance metal performancethis role has your name on it!
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform metallurgical testing, sampling, and failure analysis
- Oversee production of metal alloys, castings, or process flows
- Implement and improve heat treatment, casting, or refining processes
- Collaborate with mining, plant or QA teams to improve recovery and reduce defects
- Monitor and evaluate metallurgical KPIs (e.g. yield, purity, quality compliance)
- Assist with R&D, process trials, and quality assurance documentation
- Provide technical support for smelter, furnace, or mill operations
- Drive continuous improvement through metallurgical data and best practices
Job Experience & Skills Required:
- BEng / BSc in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering
- 15 years experience in mining, steel, smelting, or foundry environments
- Knowledge of pyrometallurgy and/or hydrometallurgy processes
- Familiarity with metallurgical test methods, ISO standards, and QA/QC systems
- Proficiency in metallurgical software or lab tools (e.g. LIMS, metallography, SEM/EDS)
- ECSA registration or in progress is a strong advantage
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.
22 Jul 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za