Earth Sciences Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Mintek Pty Ltd. Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Earth Sciences Specialist to join our team at Mintek Pty Ltd. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in earth sciences and be able to perform a range of automatic operations, requiring the use of machines or electronic equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting closely related process operations, e.g. filtering, drying, splitting, screening, milling, and mounting of samples in epoxy resin using mineralogical sample preparation equipment.

The role requires the candidate to understand sampling theory and demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a team member.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform a range of automatic operations, requiring the use of machines or electronic equipment.
  • Conduct closely related process operations, e.g. filtering, drying, splitting, screening, milling, and mounting of samples in epoxy resin using mineralogical sample preparation equipment.
  • Understand sampling theory and demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Use and take readings from standard measuring devices such as scales and balances.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences / Metallurgical Engineering / Chemical Engineering.
  • On-the-job training gained after graduation with laboratory experience.
  • 2-3 years' experience in the operation of relevant mineralogy processing unit operations.


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