Senior Metallurgical Superintendent in Kimberley

Our client, a prominent mining organization with significant operations, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Metallurgical Superintendent to oversee and manage their mineral processing plant in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation of all metallurgical processes, focusing on maximizing metal recovery and product quality. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of metallurgical principles, plant operations, process optimization, and team leadership. You will play a key role in driving operational excellence, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. This is a critical position for an accomplished metallurgist looking to lead a vital processing facility within a leading mining company in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the metallurgical processing plant, ensuring optimal performance and throughput.
• Manage and mentor a team of metallurgists, operators, and maintenance personnel.
• Implement and enforce stringent safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Monitor and control key metallurgical parameters to ensure maximum metal recovery and product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize downtime.
• Develop and manage operational budgets for the metallurgical department.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability and integrity.
• Conduct root cause analysis for operational issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate metallurgical accounting and reporting.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including suppliers and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated on new technologies and methodologies in mineral processing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional registration with ECSA or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mineral processing operations, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of base metals or precious metals processing (e.g., flotation, leaching, refining).
• Proven experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and operational management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of safety and environmental regulations in the mining industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Experience in the South African mining context is advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life cover, and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a major mining group.
• Generous annual leave and leave benefits.
• Leadership role with significant operational responsibility.
• Company housing or allowance may be provided.
• Relocation assistance for successful candidates.