Metallurgical Process Operator

Job specification

• Grade 10, 11 or 12 / NQF Level 4 or equivalent qualification
• 2-3 years' previous operating experience in a mineral processing environment, preferably gold
• Knowledge of SCADA and AMI administration will be advantageous
• Relevant mineral processing or metallurgical plant qualification/certificate
• Previous operational experience within a metallurgical or mineral processing plant is required.
• Experience within scrubber, milling and/or CIL operations will be advantageous.
• Sound understanding of plant operating procedures and process equipment.
• Basic understanding of process monitoring and control principles.
• Ability to read and record process measurements accurately.
• Basic computer literacy will be advantageous.
• You must be medically fit to work in a mining and metallurgical plant environment.
• The candidate must be willing and able to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime according to operational requirements.
• Independent judgement, initiative and interpersonal communication skills are required
• Proficient in English and any other of the 11 official languages
• Ability to diagnose problems and troubleshoot thereof
• Capable of completing repetitive tasks at a consistent standard
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of processing technologies and equipment
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring metallurgical plant equipment within the assigned section.
• Conducting pre-start inspections and ensuring equipment is safe and ready for operation.
• Starting, operating, and shutting down plant equipment in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures SOPs is also part of the role.
• Monitoring process parameters, equipment performance and material flow to maintain stable plant operations.
• Conducting regular plant inspections and identifying abnormalities such as leaks, spillages, blockages, excessive vibration, abnormal noise, and equipment deterioration.
• Taking appropriate first-line action within the scope of authority when operational deviations occur.
• Immediately reporting equipment defects, process deviations and unsafe conditions to the supervisor or relevant maintenance personnel.
• Monitoring and controlling feed rates, flow rates, densities, levels and other relevant process parameters where applicable.
• Assisting with optimisation of plant performance, throughput and recovery.
• Conducting routine sampling and basic process checks where required.
• Recording operating readings and completing production logs, checklists and shift reports accurately.
• Communicating plant status, abnormalities and outstanding activities during shift handovers.
• Assisting with plant start-ups following maintenance activities or shutdowns.
• Supporting maintenance personnel during breakdowns and planned maintenance is also part of the role.
• Ensuring plant areas, equipment, platforms and walkways are maintained to acceptable housekeeping standards.
• Performing other operational duties as reasonably instructed by the supervisor.
• Practice and adhere to metallurgical plant policies and procedures
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1 Group's safety motto: "Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely"