The function of the metallurgical laboratory is important to ensure productivity and efficiency targets are met.

Key Performance Areas

• Conducts physical, chemical, and process examinations, using metallurgical equipment and instruments for routine, special, and experimental investigations.
• Carries out, and coordinates as appropriate, the safe and secure collection of representative samples from the various process streams in accordance with the metallurgical assay schedule.
• Liaises with process operational staff regarding the collection of samples as appropriate.
• Processes the required samples accurately and safely in accordance with the set laboratory procedures.
• Captures sample results accurately and timeously on the specified systems.
• Adheres to all safety, security, health and environmental policies and procedures in the areas of responsibility
• Records sampling information as per procedures
• Adheres to all relevant Policies, Procedures, Codes of Practice, and reports any incongruences
• Maintains good communication standards
• Seeks own development and learning opportunities within the Mine.
• Initiates reports indicating deviations from specifications and recommends corrective measures for approval.

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Metallurgical operations (specifically, scrubbers, crushers, Dense Medium Separation, etc.)
• Basic metallurgical plant operating skills
• Basic computer literacy and MS Office knowledge

Behaviours/Personal Attributes

• Strong communication skills
• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces

Qualification & Experience

• Self-motivated with positive work attitude
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Consistent with agreed principles of correct moral conduct.
• Actively shows willingness to work extended hour
• Fit and physically strong.