Laboratory Technician

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research Location: Randburg Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Yes Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Technician within the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate will assist in the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division. Ability to conceptualise and execute research and commercial projects using laboratory and pilot scale facilities is a highly desirable attribute for the position. Contributing to human capital development and willingness to work towards a common purpose with a strong sense of equity and inclusion are non-negotiable attributes of the role. Responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division. Providing technical support and facilitating the smooth execution of research, technology demonstration, and commercialisation activities in the Division. Assume full responsibility for the sample management and SHEQ systems, including maintaining detailed equipment maintenance schedules and ensuring that critical spares and stocks are timely maintained and preserved. Providing administrative support to the Division, including managing and coordinating tender processes for CAPEX and large scale infrastructure projects. Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of colleagues, including providing postgraduate supervision where necessary. JOB KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research, technology development or relatedenvironment. Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes is a distinctadvantage. Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such asPyroSim and FactSage is an added advantage. Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes. Demonstrable experience in supporting complex research projects, particularly from concept to highertechnology readiness levels. Portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or conference proceedings is an addedadvantage. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum BTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process) or equivalent. Ideally, MTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process), or equivalent. Professional recognition and registration are added advantages. #J-18808-Ljbffr