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Specialist: Metallurgy - Richards Bay

Rio Tinto

Specialist: Metallurgy & Operations X3 Opportunity to work for global company Our culture is inclusive, exciting and performance-driven Role based in Richards Bay Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. About the role We are looking for Specialists: Metallurgy to provide metallurgical support to the production group and the Mine to optimize process efficiencies, ensure effective metallurgical accounting, provide innovative process solutions and manage the metallurgical teams. Reporting to the Metallurgy Lead, you will be: Analyze plant, mine and process efficiencies via investigations, continuous data analysis and trend reviews to ensure optimization of metallurgical recoveries and achievement of target qualities Identify and monitor potential problems and ensure metallurgical equipment integrity is maintained to prevent unplanned events and losses. Provide solutions to process / metallurgical problems and ensure effective support from Process Metallurgy. Evaluate process performance, identify development opportunities and drive business excellence by supporting all continuous improvement projects. Investigate possible new technologies in order to ensure process improvements. Supervise and control the activities, standards of performance and behaviour of designated subordinate staff. Ensure training, development and succession of designated subordinate staff within section. Ensure effective risk management by identifying hazardous activities and mitigation measures on a continuous basis and by conducting risk assessments. What you’ll bring A tertiary qualification in Chemical /Metallurgical Engineering BSc Hons EB driver’s license 5 years associated experience in heavy industry or mining, (mineral separation, equipment and processes), Technical knowledge Richards Bay Mineral’s plants & metallurgical equipment is advantageous. What we offer Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress. A work environment where safety is always the number one priority. A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience. Annual cash incentive awards for eligible employees. Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions. Employee Assistance Program. Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters. A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental, etc). About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities. Where you will be working Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is a world leader in heavy mineral sands extraction and refining and is South Africa’s largest mineral sands producer. RBM produces predominantly ilmenite, rutile and zircon – materials used in everything from paint to smartphones to sunscreen. Every Voice Matters RBM is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the company’s employment equity plan. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. Apply Now
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