Production Metallurgist

About the role

First Quantum is seeking a Production Metallurgist to optimise the comminution circuit and ensure target crushing and milling throughput. The role involves daily performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a dynamic mining environment.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust crusher gaps, conduct Met checks and optimise crusher performance.
• Track and report KPIs for crushing, milling and classification; prepare daily, weekly and monthly summaries.
• Perform routine inspections of crushers, mills, classifiers, weightometers and screens.
• Conduct monthly belt cuts and full‑plant particle size distribution surveys.
• Calibrate and monitor PSA cameras for real‑time particle size analysis.
• Identify bottlenecks, evaluate operating parameters and drive long‑term improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support to operations teams and participate in morning planning meetings.
• Maintain ball load levels, track consumption and oversee ball sorting.
• Monitor cyclone and screen operation, conduct PSD checks and ensure classification targets.
• Lead liner wear monitoring using FARO 3D scanners and report performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate with engineering, warehouse and procurement.

Required profile

• Full Grade 12 certificate.
• Diploma in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant plant experience.
• Strong analytical and data‑analysis abilities.
• Problem‑solving aptitude.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite.
• PSA camera operation and calibration.
• FARO 3D scanner usage for liner wear monitoring.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a globally recognised mining company.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge comminution technology.
• Collaborative culture that encourages independent thinking.