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Our Metallurgy team are seeking an experienced Senior Plant Metallurgist on an 8D6X roster. You will provide technical leadership and operational support to improve plant performance, reduce processing costs, and drive continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with Processing, Maintenance, and other operational teams to ensure safety, production and quality targets are consistently met in line with MinRes values.

Job Responsibility:

  • Monitor and optimise metallurgical performance of the processing plant, including grinding, classification, flotation, and dewatering processes
  • Provide relevant technical support to production teams across site
  • Perform field safety interactions, hazard reporting, and critical risk management verifications
  • Monitor and enhance plant performance through analysis of operational data
  • Complete metallurgical accounting and report performance against forecasts and budgets
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and carry out projects to optimise performance, reduce costs, and improve safety
  • Supervise, support and mentor metallurgists and metallurgical technicians

Requirements:

  • Tertiary qualification in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Metallurgy, having supported a team in a Senior position
  • Experience with oxide or base metal flotation
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities
  • Previous experience within Lithium is highly regarded

Nice to have:

  • Previous experience within Lithium is highly regarded
  • S26 Training desirable
What we offer:
  • World Class Facilities: Experience mining excellence at sites equipped with cutting-edge facilities – enjoy award-winning meals crafted by MinRes’ own professional chefs
  • Career Development: We are committed to your professional growth. Upskill, lead, and thrive through industry-leading training, mentoring, and leadership development programs
  • Comprehensive Benefits: We value what matters most. Access a range of benefits designed to support your family, health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and financial future

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 17, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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