Shift Metallurgist needed at Minopex

Description

• The purpose of this position is to continuously monitor production output and optimise process efficiency in line with plant capacity and sound processing principles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with NCMO’s Health, Safety & Environmental requirements
• Ensure that Process activities are integrated and coordinated
• Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards and procedures of the work
• Ensure adherence to the specified process parameters within the respective sections
• Effective trouble shooting in case of deviations
• Identify, diagnose and analyse deviations and consult with Supervisor/ Management prior to implementing changes
• Provide support and advice to responsible Supervisors/ Management
• Be responsible for all plant metallurgical actions/activities on shift
• Cover for Control Room Operators/ Section Supervisors/ Metallurgist when required
• Conduct research (literature or practical) on specific topics received from the Process Superintendent / Plant Manager / Client
• Conduct test and project work in the laboratory and do physical tests in the plant and consolidate test results with past reports and other findings
• Be involved in cost analysis exercises to evaluate the viability of implementing projects and make necessary recommendations for changes in the process
• Ensure adherence to Client quality requirements by monitoring laboratory feedback and ensuring the implementation of corrective measures
• Continuously monitor the production process to ensure adherence to ISO and legislative standards/requirements
• Perform administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability

Experience and Skills Requirements

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a processing environment of which at least 18 to 24 months should be as a Metallurgist
• Base metal processing experience will be an advantage
• English language proficiency
• Presentation skills
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Employee Relations and People Management skills
• Supervisory skills
• Financial management skills
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1

Qualification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma (BTech) in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering