Metallurgical Laboratory Analyst

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 11.09.2025

CLOSING DATE: 18.09.2025

DEPARTMENT: PROCESSING

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To perform the required metallurgical tests and analyses while maintaining safety practices, procedures and good housekeeping in the Metallurgical Laboratory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 /Std 10 (NQF 4) with Mathematics and Physical Science is essential.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a B1 Plant operator in the Metallurgical Lab Department Processing is essential.
• Supervisory experience desirable
• Valid Medical certificate or medically fit to obtain such a certificate.
• Valid First Aid certificate will be advantageous.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to basic health and safety principles in the workplace.
• Demonstrate knowledge of metallurgical laboratory procedures and safe work practices.
• Competency in operating and maintaining lab equipment including Batch milling, Batch Flotation, Filtration, Drying, Titration, Particle Size Analysis.
• Experienced in sample preparation techniques and managing large sets of sample campaign samples.
• MS Office. (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Effective communication and time management skills.
• Ability to train and supervise Laboratory Operators and Graduate Students.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Conduct monthly inspections of lab equipment and report deviations. Assist with corrective actions and ensure safe operation.
• Collect and prepare plant and Quality Control samples.
• Conduct metallurgical tests including Batch Flotation, Particle Size Analysis, and Titrations.
• Conduct sample campaigns and determine best sampling techniques and equipment across the operations based on needs.
• Adhere to safety practices and good housekeeping.
• Chair toolbox talks.
• Record and report results of all in-house tests and assist in plant campaigns and project work as required by the Laboratory Foreman and Metallurgical engineer.
• Support and supervise Laboratory Operators and Graduate Students in daily tasks and safety practices.
• Maintain and monitor inventory of Laboratory consumables, chemicals, PPE, and equipment. Report shortages or irregularities to the Laboratory Foreman to ensure timely replenishment.

Internal applications must be accompanied by a line managers approval of your application.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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