Metallurgist en Anglo American / De Beers Group

The role of the Metallurgist will be to contribute to and support of metallurgical processes at the processing plant. You may be involved in general production or specific process e.g. crushing, processing, product handling, waste handling and quality.

You’re not just managing process. You’re realizing potential.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape

As a Metallurgist your responsibilities will include the following:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Consistently apply safety and health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for protecting oneself and others to ensure zero harm and eliminate fatalities.
• Act as a role model and reinforce a workplace culture where safety and health for the site are paramount.
• Collect and summarise the specific risks within the working area and implement plans/systems to avoid these risks.
• Review and assess the impact of critical risks and monitor the effectiveness of critical controls relevant to the work area.
• Identify PUEs and monitor critical control performance within one's own working area.
• Active participation in VFLs, relevant Risk Assessments and ‘close-out’ of Safety Actions.

Performance and Delivery

• • Apply metallurgical processes and principles at operations.
  • Interpret and analyse reports to assess process performance.
  • Conduct metallurgical audits to ensure plant integrity aligns with metallurgical standards.
  • Investigate to improve metallurgical equipment performance and identify root causes.
  • Review processes regularly.
  • Assist in investigating, planning, and implementing improvement projects.
  • Manage small projects related to processes, technology, and equipment.
  • Advise line management on production and product quality issues.
  • Monitor and assess current plant process performance to identify opportunities for optimisation and improvement.
  • Provide advice on operational matters and ad hoc tasks proactively, following best practices and within agreed timeframes to prevent issues and enhance skills.
  • Support the supervisor and co-workers as per your competence and company policies, especially when instructed or in the absence of the responsible person, to meet functional objectives.
  • Report and log events and activities punctually during your shift.
  • Notify co-team members of important events.

This role is in the Processing department at a level Band 6/10 reporting to the Section Manager Plant  Technical Services.

• Grade 12 Matric
• National Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering /Chemical Engineering NQF6 or  
• B Eng or B.Tech in Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering on NQF7 Advantageous 

• Valid driver’s license

Technical Knowledge:

• Understanding gained from 3-5 years of experience acquired through completing a Professional in Training Program or similar.
• Key value drivers within the discipline's value chain and interdependence of key levers.
• Understand the principles of how operational processes are categorised according to the Operating Model, focusing on Work Management.
• Fundamentals of project management.
• Knowledge of innovative technologies and their impact on operational activities within the scope of the role.
• Familiarity with business improvement tools and techniques.
• Understand business acumen and the commercial drivers of site performance.
• Basic knowledge of financial metrics and budgeting tools.
• Knowledge of risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Understand leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose-led high-performance and change.
• Concepts and principles of the AA Organisation Model.

Knowledge of safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirements

Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet, that means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
 

What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.