Metallurgist/ Process Engineer

• FIFO 8/6 Roster - Days Only - FIFO from Perth to the Roy Hill Mine
• Work for an expanding and high performing iron ore business
• Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
• Be part of a large inhouse process and metallurgical department with exposure to diverse equipment

About the role

Our technical services team is currently seeking a Metallurgist/ Process Engineer to join them on a FIFO 8/6 roster based at the Roy Hill mine. Reporting to the Superintendent Metallurgy, you will improve the metallurgical and operational performance of the processing plant whilst providing technical support to the operations team. You will also be involved in plant-based metallurgical projects that optimise plant yield, improve operational performance/ efficiency, and ensure product quality is maintained.

Duties

• Provide technical input into the operation of the processing plant to ensure budget and forecast production targets are met
• Review operating and technical data to identify any trends or non-compliance and identify opportunities to rectify problems or to optimise processes
• Assist in the development of project scopes and business cases for production optimisation projects
• Execute and project manage the safe and timely delivery of optimisation projects
• Validate all reported metallurgical and operating data and prepare periodical management reports
• Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of key process controls, operating systems, and plant flow sheets
• Contribute to the development and implementation of quality assurance programmes and audits ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and technical standards for the processing department
• Develop and implement quality assurance programs and audits to ensure compliance with operating procedures and technical standards

Skills and experience

• Tertiary qualifications in metallurgy, chemical or Process Engineering
• Involvement in process plant optimisation and improvements projects, and test work campaigns
• Experience with metallurgical accounting packages
• Ability to build effective stakeholder relations across multiple divisions

Mine Facilities

• Modern, comfortable camp accommodation
• High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
• Large fully equipped gym facility, as well as a gym specifically for females
• Heated outdoor swimming pool
• Beach Volleyball court and Golf simulators
• Village shop and extensive supporting amenities
• SWIFT in-room entertainment with comprehensive content and own-device casting capability
• Active social club with community events and activities for employees
• Lifestyle, Learning and Recreation initiative which provide events for your family

About Roy Hill

Roy Hill is a world class mining company, leading the way through innovative, integrated mining rail and port operations, to export iron ore safely and efficiently from West Australia's Pilbara region.

We are a company where people matter. We support our team to reach their full potential by providing generous benefits and opportunities, empowering them to actively contribute to our success and that of our state and country.

We are committed to the use of new technologies that results in higher quality product, less waste, improved efficiencies and above all, a safer workplace. Our integrated next generation mine, rail and port operations enable the sustained low-cost production of iron ore at a consistent quality and grade, allowing us to respond to changing market cycles.

We are proud to collaborate and work in partnership with the communities in which we operate, supporting programs and initiatives that help achieve positive outcomes and leave a lasting legacy.

We are dedicated to minimising our environmental footprint, designing our operations to optimise the rehabilitation of the land when and where mining has been completed.

We are Roy Hill.

Equal Opportunity

Roy Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel, and females to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

How to apply

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To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.lease note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.