Metallurgist, D1, Nvc018/24gs

Enable the business to embed continuous improvement principles and initiatives to ensure that resources are directed effectively at the highest value projects.

• Evaluate / analyze plant processes and systems to identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure plant laboratory systems comply with SANS
• Measure, track and manage coal quality to ensure that the product produced is within required limits
• Provide the processing plant with technical advice / support
• Assist with metallurgical accounting activities
• Assist in the implementation of critical controls to improve safety
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant processes that will enable delivery of the initiatives outlined in the business plan
• Develop and assist the implementation of the Seriti MOS system, ensuring that best practice and commitment from all stakeholders involved is recognized
• Planning and facilitating Reward and Recognition for BI initiatives
• Supporting and preparation for Business Strategy Sessions
• Prioritization of Business Improvement Initiatives
• Develop systems that support change initiatives to be managed locally while maintaining simplicity and promoting standardization
• Conduct yield improvement test work and investigate yield improvement opportunities
• Manage and adhere to quality management systems
• Application of appropriate analytical methods
• Continuously monitor product qualities
• Interact with marketing department for requirements
• Regular evaluation of unit process efficiencies
• Carries out responsibilities in terms of HSEC requirements
• Process investigations and test work

• BSc Metallurgy / BSc Chemical Engineering / Honours / B-Tech Honours / B-Tech Mineral Processing
• 2 years' experience in the production environment
• Coal processing plant experience
• Indepth knowledge of processing with specific experience in related process technology employed
• English Proficiency
• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP or equivalent system
• Valid Code B driver's license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

• The ability to use process explorer / Lims / Minitab / SAP software
• Advanced Lump Ore Beneficiation certificate

• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful