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Project Metallurgist

Australia, Port Hedland · Job Posted April 16, 2026
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As a Project Metallurgist, you will play a critical role in developing and executing improvement projects across the Wodgina on an 8x6 roster. You’ll optimise plant operations, identify and implement improvement initiatives, and lead key projects from conception through to completion. Your strong technical expertise will drive operational success, while your commitment to safety and collaborative leadership will help shape our high-performing team culture.

Job Responsibility

  • Identify, report, and resolve hazards to maintain a safe workplace
  • Optimise plant unit operations through surveys, data analysis, and test work
  • Identify, scope, and deliver improvement projects that enhance plant performance
  • Lead metallurgical projects end-to-end, delivering on schedule and within budget
  • Forecast, calculate, and monitor project benefits using laboratory and plant data
  • Prepare and manage project plans, timelines, resources, and risk assessments
  • Coordinate large-scale plant trials and support operational readiness activities
  • Conduct laboratory test work to validate improvement initiatives
  • Communicate project progress through regular reports and presentations to senior management and other stakeholders
  • Provide technical support to Metallurgy, Processing, and Maintenance teams

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in mineral processing
  • Hands-on experience with oxide or base metal flotation (essential)
  • Previous experience in lithium processing (desirable)
  • Proven ability to deliver improvement projects from concept to completion
  • Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
  • Commitment to workplace safety and the MinRes values

Nice to have

Previous experience in lithium processing

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  • We invest in your career, with a focus on leadership, upskilling, training and development programs
  • Live Your Best Life! Our benefits offer you access to deals, support and discounts to help you unlock the important things in Life – Health, Family, Recreation and Your Future with MinRes

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