Job description:
The role is responsible for the optimisation of hydromet circuits including High Pressure Leach (HPL), atmospheric leaching, solids liquid separation, solvent extraction and electro-winning to achieve target recoveries and maximise cathode production through monitoring of daily performance, identifying gaps in performance and developing both short and medium-term solutions to close the gap.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide technical support to operations team.
- Develop an in depth technical understanding of the Leaching, Solvent Extraction and Electro-Winning processes at KMP
- Monitor plant performance, troubleshoot operational issues and provide technical feedback to achieve production targets.
- Analysing metallurgical data and generate technical reports.
- Monitor, manage and optimise consumption of reagents.
- Identify, develop and support process improvement projects by coordinating with various departments and/or vendors, ensuring projects are effectively executed.
- Carry out plant trials, interpret results and provide recommendations.
- Evaluate and optimise plant performance via laboratory test work such as leaching, settling tests and SX test work.
- Liaise and communicate verbally and in writing with other sections and departments to ensure timely availability of relevant information to appropriate personnel for efficient plant performance and decision-making.
- Adhere to statutory and domestic regulations in particular those regarding to safe working practices in order to minimise injury to personnel, damage to company assets and the environment.
- Ensure compliance to procedures for all plant and laboratory functions.
- Perform any other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Full grade 12 certificate
- A degree in metallurgy, chemical engineering or related field
- Computer literate (Including Microsoft Office Package)
- All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 2-year relevant experience in a plant environment is desired
- Experience conducting laboratory hydrometallurgy test work and working in a hydromet operational environment would be an advantage
- Knowledge of high-pressure leach operations is an added advantage.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (including Excel and PI System) and problem-solving expertise would be an added advantage.
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
- Must be bold, smart, driven and be able to easily work with different teams and members
- Must be adaptable and a team player – build relationships based on trust and respect
- Works with minimum supervision
- Results orientated – balance quality and quantity of work
- Must be a fast learner and exhibit initiative
- Must be thorough and detail oriented
- Must be dependable and self-motivated
- Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Availability to work overtime as operational needs arise.
- Willingness to work in environments with exposure to noise, dust, moving and mobile equipment, and hazardous materials.
- Sound understanding of cultural practices, as well as relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia
Job Overview
Location
Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia