Senior - Plant Metallurgist

• Opportunity to work for a high-calibre mining operations
• Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
• Excellent Remuneration Package and Benefits

Senior Metallurgist 
Processing Technical Services – Zinc Concentrator
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia 
Ref. No. 34927


Mount Isa Mines is one of the biggest mining operations in Australia located in Mount Isa, Queensland. Employing over 4,000 people. Mount Isa Mines is now looking for a new member to join the team. 

Mount Isa
Mount Isa is a thriving city acting as a hub for regional business, transport, services and government in North West Queensland.  Mount Isa Mines attracts the best people from all over Australia and the world who are drawn to working for a high-calibre mining operation with the added benefit of a comfortable residential-based work arrangement.

We believe in the value of our people and our approach fosters the highest level of professionalism, ownership and entrepreneurial spirit in all our people while never compromising on their safety and well-being.  We offer excellent remuneration package and benefits including and employee rewards program, above market superannuation, and significant professional development opportunities. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au

Mount Isa Mines will offer this position on a 5:2/4:3 residential roster where you can come home every day and enjoy a thriving town of 23,000 people. You will always have something to do, go to restaurants, movies, join a gym, a sporting team, play golf, as well as fishing and camping activities at the lake – FIFO 9/5 considered for the right candidate.

 
The Role
Reporting to the Metallurgy Superintendent, you will provide technical support to the Zinc Concentrator processing activities to deliver the business strategy. You will create capability within the team by leading, developing and mentoring technical personnel. This will be a full-time permanent role that offers an attractive remuneration package and benefits including market related superannuation and a strong focus on continuing your professional development. 


Your key responsibilities include: 

• Provide technical support to Concentrator Operations and drive process improvements to deliver set production targets on a daily and weekly basis
• Responsible for inspections, failure predictions and analysis on critical equipment
• Support the Mine-Mill-Smelter value chain strategy 
• Provide leadership and guidance to promote a culture of safety and personal development of Metallurgists and Graduates
• Optimize plant efficiencies with a view to reduce operational costs

• 5+ years experience in Mineral Processing plants with strong base metals exposure to grinding and flotation.
• Sound process improvement capabilities
• Experience working with online analysers (OSA/MSA/PSI)
• Demonstrated ability to work safely in a Concentrator and to lead by example to a professional team
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels