About the Role
Our client, a leading gold mining operation situated in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Process Superintendent to lead their gold extraction plant. This senior role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of the metallurgical process, ensuring optimal gold recovery rates and consistent product quality. The successful candidate will manage a large team of metallurgists, operators, and technicians, driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards. This is a key leadership position within a significant mining entity in South Africa.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the gold extraction process, including milling, cyanidation, carbon-in-pulp (CIP)/carbon-in-leach (CIL), elution, and refining.
- Ensure the plant operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all environmental regulations and company policies in Randburg.
- Manage and develop a high-performing team, providing leadership, training, and performance feedback.
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize gold recovery, reduce operating costs, and improve plant reliability.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions as needed to meet production targets.
- Troubleshoot complex operational issues and provide expert technical guidance to the processing team.
- Manage the plant budget, including operating expenses and capital expenditure.
- Ensure effective inventory management of reagents and consumables.
- Collaborate with geology, mine planning, and maintenance departments to ensure seamless operation.
- Champion a culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility within the processing division.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in metallurgical processing, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role in gold extraction.
- Strong knowledge of gold processing techniques, particularly CIL/CIP, elution, and electrowinning.
- Proven track record of successfully managing plant operations, optimizing recovery, and controlling costs.
- Experience with process control systems and data analysis tools.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and manage complex operational challenges.
- In-depth understanding of health, safety, and environmental management systems in the mining industry.
- Registered professional status (e.g., Pr.Eng) is an advantage.
Benefits
Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, including substantial performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits such as medical aid, a provident fund, and life assurance. Excellent opportunities for career advancement within a major mining group are available. The company provides a supportive work environment and invests in employee development, offering continuous training and professional growth. Join a leading organization in Gauteng and make a significant impact on gold production in South Africa.
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