This position will perform routine test work including but not limited to plant sampling, sizing analysis, SG determinations, flotation test work, and moisture analysis.

Key Performance Areas

• Performing routine tests on materials using various methods to determine their physical properties, such as strength, conductivity, elasticity, hardness, etc.
• Recording data about materials being tested, including weight, chemical composition, and thickness
• Working with engineers and other technicians to prepare equipment for testing, operating equipment during tests, and analysing results
• Performing safety inspections of equipment and facilities for hazards such as fire hazards, potential electrical problems, potential chemical exposure problems, etc.
• Installing equipment such as furnaces, boilers, kilns, and other industrial equipment
• Monitoring equipment operation to ensure safe working conditions for all employees
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment such as furnaces, boilers, kilns, and other industrial equipment to ensure that they are operating correctly
• Performing chemical reactions using furnaces, ovens, and other equipment to create new materials

Technical Competencies

• Basic understanding of Metallurgical and Laboratory processes
• Be Computer Literate
• Good Data Entry skills
• Well knowledgeable in science and mathematics

Behaviours/Personal Attributes

• Good communication skills, both oral and written is a requirement
• Well knowledgeable in science and mathematics.
• A high regard for safety is a requirement
• The ability to work as a team member

Qualification & Experience

• Certificate in Metallurgical processes or equivalent
• Current Botswana Driver’s License
• Minimum 2 years previous experience in Metallurgical and Laboratory processes