Westgold Resources
gold mining
Metallurgist
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“Metallurgist at Westgold Resources. Skills: Metallurgy, mineral processing, metallurgical accounting, plant performance monitoring and optimisation. Monitor day-to-day performance of all aspects of the gold processing plant. Conduct metallurgical accounting and reconciliation for gold production”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure production and cost targets achieved
Industry & Context.
Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable
Full-time, permanent position, base at our Higginsville site in Norseman, family friendly roster – 8 days on, 6 days off, flying in and out on Tuesdays, Flexible employment options including FIFO and DIDO, Well-equipped camp featuring ensuite rooms, sports court, and fully equipped gym, pre-employment criteria’s which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current “C” Class Manual Western Australian driver’s licence, Tertiary Qualification in Metallurgy or related discipline, Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in mineral processing, Sound working knowledge of processing plant equipment and processes - crushing, milling, gravity, leaching, tailings and reagent circuits, Experienced in monitoring and optimising plant metallurgical performance, including responsibility for daily metallurgical accounting, Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Excel), Excellent written and oral communication, Desire to maintain a proactive safe working environment, Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable, Excellent communication skills, A can-do, team-oriented attitude, medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks, valid Australian national police clearance, Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
Nice to Have
Experience with online analysis systems
What You'll Do.
Monitor day-to-day performance of all aspects of the gold processing plant
Conduct metallurgical accounting and reconciliation for gold production
Ensure production and cost targets achieved and adjust key operating parameters
Provide technical support to operations staff
Train and mentor operations staff
Monitor and optimise performance of the MSA and provide feedback to stakeholders
Oversea on-site laboratory operations
Carry out designated metallurgical test work and metallurgical duties in a professional manner
Assist in the preparation and ongoing management of department budgets and forecasts
Establish and execute short term and long-term projects aimed at improving process plant efficiency
Monitoring the availability and usage of critical process reagents and consumables
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Provide technical support to operations staff; Train and mentor operations staff; provide feedback to stakeholders
Communication Scope
Excellent written and oral communication; Excellent communication skills
Process & Methodology
Establish and execute short term and long-term projects aimed at improving process plant efficiency
Full Job Description
Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business. * **Full-time, permanent position,** a competitive salary and attractive benefits package base at our Higginsville site in Norseman * **A family friendly roster** to suit your lifestyle – 8 days on, 6 days off, flying in and out on Tuesdays * **Flexible employment options** including FIFO and DIDO * **Well-equipped camp** featuring ensuite rooms, sports court, and fully equipped gym to keep you comfortable and active while away from home * **A growing company** that’s supports employee’s development **THE ROLE** * Monitor day-to-day performance of all aspects of the gold processing plant. * Conduct metallurgical accounting and reconciliation for gold production. * Ensure production and cost targets achieved and adjust key operating parameters. * Provide technical support to operations staff. * Train and mentor operations staff. * Monitor and optimise performance of the MSA and provide feedback to stakeholders. * Oversea on-site laboratory operations * Carry out designated metallurgical test work and metallurgical duties in a professional manner. * Assist in the preparation and ongoing management of department budgets and forecasts. * Establish and execute short term and long-term projects aimed at improving process plant efficiency. * Monitoring the availability and usage of critical process reagents and consumables **WHAT DO I NEED** * Current “C” Class Manual Western Australian driver’s licence * Tertiary Qualification in Metallurgy or related discipline * Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in mineral processing * Sound working knowledge of processing plant equipment and processes - crushing, milling, gravity, leaching, tailings and reagent circuits * Experienced in monitoring and optimising plant metallurgical performance,
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