Mining - Processing (Mining, Resources & Energy) Full time Barto Gold is an Australian Gold explorer, developer, and producer who has been operating since 2009 and is focused on gold exploration and production in Western Australia.
The operation consists of a 1.8Mtpa processing plant, one active underground mine, two active open pits, with new mines starting in 2024 as part of the company's 5-year plan and a vision to reach 150,000 oz/pa by 2028.
About the role: This is an exciting time to join the company as we pave the way for future growth.
Reporting to the Processing Manager, the Plant Metallurgist will play a critical role in optimizing our processing and production operations.
In this role, you'll be responsible for improving metallurgical processes, enhancing production efficiency, and ensuring product quality meets our high standards.
You'll work closely with production teams, analyze metallurgical performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement innovative solutions to optimize gold recovery and process sustainability.
About you: The successful candidate will be a degree qualified Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering or equivalent.Minimum of 3-5 years' experience working on a gold processing plant.Current WA manual driver's license.Conversant with equipment and operation details in the processing plant.Knowledge of theoretical and applied chemistry in wet assay, including sample preparation and AAS and Cynoprobe instrumental techniques.Knowledge of standard operating procedures in chemistry.Good understanding of applicable Health and Safety standards and codes of practice.Above average competency with demonstrated skills in spreadsheet and presentation applications, word processing, and database applications.Competent with use of SAP (desirable).Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to interact proactively with management and staff at all levels of the organization in the resolution of issues.Desirable skills and experience include: Constantly improve metallurgical performance of processing plant by focusing on test work and evaluation of parameters.Ensuring addition of each reagent is at optimum usage.Planning metallurgical test work to improve gold recovery and plant performance.Identify opportunities to reduce operating costs.Provide effective technical support in the processing plant.Identify areas of improvement by presenting processing projects.Carry out assigned processing projects approved by Senior Metallurgist.Ensuring Process Technicians can operate and control the plant to required targets such as reagent addition, gold recovery, and mill throughput.Fully understand the analytical quality and turnaround requirements of the processing, geology, and metallurgy.Maintain a vigilant approach to identify, manage and improve technical issues relating to the processing plant and services.Determine mill blend in consultation with the Senior Metallurgist and Production Superintendents.Assist other Metallurgists' duties when required.Provide assistance to the Senior Metallurgist when required.If you are ready to step up to the challenges of this role, it can lead to greater opportunities for career growth and progression.
With a competitive remuneration package and a challenging work environment with a growing vibrant company where your skills really can make a difference, this is a great opportunity to join this high-performing, close-knit processing team and play a role in developing a culture of excellence that motivates those around you.
Competitive remuneration packageAttractive Bonus SchemesSite BonusDiscretionary BonusBusiness Improvement BonusYou must be able to pass pre-employment checks including a full medical, drug, and alcohol testing, and a police clearance.
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