Junior Process Engineer (Mining Industry)

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in minerals processing or metallurgical engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree or BEng/BSc in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• Exposure to gravity separation, magnetic separation or mineral processing plants is essential.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with the ability to evaluate metallurgical test work and plant performance.
• Experience coordinating laboratory test work programmes and interpreting metallurgical results will be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Valid passport with willingness to travel regularly to Nigeria and work in remote mining environments.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage metallurgical test work programmes with external laboratories from sample preparation through to final reporting. • Liaise with laboratories, engineering consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure testing programmes are completed on schedule. • Analyse metallurgical test work data and prepare technical recommendations for process improvements. • Monitor and optimise the performance of existing mineral processing circuits, including magnetic separation plants. • Conduct regular site visits to evaluate plant performance, identify operational challenges and recommend optimisation initiatives. • Support the design and development of new mineral processing circuits through collaboration with engineering consultants. • Assist with the commissioning, troubleshooting and optimisation of new processing equipment and plants. • Work closely with site metallurgical personnel to monitor production performance and recovery efficiencies. • Collect, analyse and report on plant operating data, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement. • Assist in developing operating procedures, process documentation and technical reports. • Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards. • Participate in technical meetings and provide process engineering support to multidisciplinary project teams. • Maintain effective communication with laboratories, consultants, suppliers and site personnel throughout project execution. • Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing plant efficiency, recovery and overall operational performance. • Build technical knowledge and develop process engineering expertise through mentorship, site exposure and project involvement. Closing Date: Submissions for thi

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