Plant Metallurgist

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Ramelius Resources Limited Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Plant Metallurgist | Mt Magnet Gold Mine | 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO
About Us
At Ramelius Resources, gold mining is in our DNA. From our humble beginnings at Wattle Dam to becoming one of Australia's most respected gold producers, we are proud of our history and even more excited about our future.

We are a leading gold mining organisation with highly profitable operations, a supercharged growth profile, and exceptional exploration upside. We're currently investing in cutting-edge technology, developing new greenfield mining sites and always looking for ways to create long-term, sustainable value.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Passion and commitment fuel our success and define who we are. We offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment where mutual respect and shared ambition thrive. Personal development is linked with company development — when you grow, we grow. We're driven by a strong team spirit and a "can-do" attitude. We embrace challenges, deliver on our promises, and set new benchmarks in the mining industry.

The Role
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Metallurgist, you will support and monitor the metallurgical performance of the plant, ensuring optimisation of recoveries, throughput and reagent usage. This is a hands-on role working closely with the Processing team to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Monitoring metallurgical KPIs, recovery, and throughput, and providing accurate daily and monthly reports.
  • Supporting metallurgical sampling programs, laboratory test work and data interpretation.
  • Assisting with metallurgical accounting systems, including mass balancing and reconciliation.
  • Working with operations to set and review plant operating parameters and optimise circuit performance.
  • Supporting gold room activities, elution and gravity recovery circuits to ensure compliance and best practice.
  • Participating in the planning and delivery of plant optimisation and upgrade projects.
  • Contributing to safety initiatives and promoting a strong safety-first culture.

About You
We Are Looking For a Technically Minded And Results-driven Metallurgist Who Is Eager To Make An Impact In a Dynamic Processing Environment. You Will Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Extractive Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering (or equivalent.)
  • Previous experience as a Metallurgist in gold processing operations.
  • Solid understanding of crushing, grinding, gravity, leaching, CIL/CIP recovery and elution processes.
  • Strong skills in metallurgical accounting, data analysis and advanced Excel use.
  • Good communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into practical guidance for operators.
  • Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • WA "C" class driver's licence.

What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary with performance bonuses, benefits and strong support for your career, wellbeing and life outside of work. With a 17-year mine life, exciting growth plans and genuine development opportunities, there has never been a better time to join Ramelius.

Next Steps
We can't wait to hear from you

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