25 Metallurgist jobs in South Africa

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To effectively manage the day to day functioning of the mechanical, metallurgical, coating and electrical property testing facilities and also effectively investigate, compile technical reports and implement corrective actions regarding customer complaints.

Main Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and utilizes a very good / in-depth knowledge of common mechanical, metallurgical and certain electrical test techniques, to the level where improvements to existing procedures / works instructions can be made. Part of this is to be actively involved in routine laboratory testing, to understand the important details of each test.
• Completes investigation and closure of customer complaints as described in the relevant procedures and within the expected timeframes.
• Visits customers, when required, to verify complaint and/or provide customer feedback.
• Co-ordinate the calibration, servicing and repair of existing mechanical and metallurgical equipment. This includes the specification and timely purchase of metallurgical consumables and testing consumables such as hardness test blocks, machining tools or conductivity standards.
• Responsible for developing and writing up test procedures (works instructions) related to mechanical, metallurgical and electrical property testing. Includes development of tensile testing software templates.
• Co-ordinates outsourced test work, where applicable e.g. Ultrasonic Testing of blocks.
• Controls certain incoming material as prescribed in the relevant quality procedures, where required.
• Supervise the day-to-day activities of the lab technician/s and, where applicable, graduate students. Includes setting of performance targets and performance evaluations. Stand in for the Laboratory Technician role in times of absence.
• Ensure that the relevant check lists and run-charts are completed on time, every time.

Qualifications and Experience

• The incumbent must have matric with minimum 60% in English, Physical Sciences & Mathematics.
• He/She must have an appropriate undergraduate degree at NQF 7. Postgraduate degree at NQF 8/9 would be highly advantageous.
• A minimum of Five (5) years practicing as a Metallurgist, preferably in a QA environment in the metals industry. Preferably 10 years’ experience.
• A solid track record with regard to handling of customer complaints, including technical reporting.
• Computer literacy is essential and experience of working with systems such as AX or SAP would be advantageous.
• A good understanding of the principles related to chemical analysis techniques and procedures. (e.g. OES spectroscopy) would be advantageous.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Mining

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Glencore City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Glencore City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies. Our global network comprises more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries, with over 150 mining and metallurgical sites, offshore oil production assets, farms and agricultural facilities. Our strategy is to maintain and build upon our position as a leading integrated producer and marketer of commodities worldwide. We employ over 150,000 employees and contractors, who collectively work to deliver our strategy and support our values of safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity and entrepreneurialism. Its these people that we value above all else. They are our greatest asset.

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We are currently accepting applications for the following position located in the Witbank, Mpumalanga area.

Senior Metallurgist

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the delivery and execution of the Operational Plan for areas of responsibility, focusing on the areas of safety and production through selection, development and optimal utilisation of people and equipment; the daily, weekly and monthly monitoring of the relevant processes and delivery of targets; and the identification and management of risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Participating in the formulation of the functional plan and engaging with Plant Managers to ensure the proper execution of the plan and the monitoring the achievement of targets across areas of responsibility.
• Providing input to ensure the capability and proper allocation, deployment, and optimisation of people and other resources.
• Identification of hazards and risks in areas of responsibility and ensuring that proper controls are put in place to ensure the mitigation of these risks as well as the monitoring compliance to policies, regulations and standards.
• Ensuring the understanding of processes by the teams in area of responsibility - ensuring the development of knowledge and sharing of best practice of these processes
• Ensuring the creation of a culture and environment that is conducive for the delivery of targets.
• Monitoring all saleable and sales qualities to ensure that the required specifications are met.
• Initiating and managing improvement projects from start to completion within the required specifications.
• Providing technical support to the Plant Managers and engaging with the Geological Department to evaluate daily and monthly yields vs budget and forecast.
• Monitoring all saleable and sales qualities to ensure that the required specifications are met.
  
  

• A relevant Tertiary Qualification (NQF level 7) in Metallurgy.
• Advanced Lump Ore Beneficiation Certification will be advantageous.
  
  

• Minimum 2 years’ experience at a D2 role.
• Understanding of the Coal Processing and Metallurgical environment and various business processes.
  
  

• Ability to apply practical skills and common sense to solve problems and deliver accountabilities.
• Ability to adhere to rules and regulations, follow instructions and limit risk of non-compliance to the business.
• Ability to maintain high levels of individual and team performance by driving the achievement of goals, targets and financial objectives.
• Ability to inspire and foster commitment, pride and trust amongst team members.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Mining

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Hire Resolve is currently seeking a talented and experienced Metallurgical Engineer to join our client's team in the Services and Development department. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical support and expertise in the development of metallurgical processes and services.
If you are a skilled and knowledgeable Metallurgical Engineer looking for a new career opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Hire Resolve, where we prioritize finding the best fit for our clients and candidates, and offer opportunities for career growth and development.

• Operation of metallurgical microscopes, image analysis software, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint software, plant software e.g. P6, Supervisory.
• Designing testing programmes.
• Technical writing, analysis and interpretation of metallurgical test results and relating to plant and/or customer processing and operation.
• Data-base systems are used to gather plant data to assist in investigations.
• Computer skills are required to analyse data and to compile reports.
• Analytical and interpretive skills required to determine causes of process or end-use problems, project planning.
• Provide technical support in the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of metallurgical processes.
• Conduct research and development activities to improve metallurgical performance.
• Analyze and interpret metallurgical data.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in metallurgical engineering.

• BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy with minimum of 6 - 8 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of steel/stainless steel product and/or Smelting/Refining of other materials.
• Working experience in heavy/large manufacturing processes related to Steel manufacturing, quality assurance and control, project management.
• Experience with POLC principles and QCDSM.
• Experience in process optimization and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in using metallurgical software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Salary: 850K - 900K

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or by emailing your CV to

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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Our leading client in the Manufacturing Sector is looking to employ a Metallurgical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Middelburg.

Job Description:

• Operation of metallurgical microscopes, image analysis software, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint software, and plant software e.g. P6, Supervisory.
• Designing testing programmes.
• Technical writing, analysis and interpretation of metallurgical test results and relating to plant and/or customer processing and operation.
• Use of metallurgical microscopes (scanning electron and optical) in all investigations.
• Database systems to gather plant data to assist in investigations.
• Computer skills required to analyze data and compile reports.
• Analytical and interpretive skills required to determine causes of process or end-use problems, project planning.

• BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy with a minimum of 6 - 8 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of steel/stainless steel products and/or smelting/refining of other materials.
• Working experience in heavy/large manufacturing processes related to steel manufacturing, quality assurance and control, project management.
• Experience with POLC principles and QCDSM.

Negotiable

Our leading client in the Manufacturing Sector is looking to employ a Metallurgical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Middelburg.

Job Description:

1. Operation of metallurgical microscopes, image analysis software, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint software, plant software e.g. P6, Supervisory.
2. Designing testing programmes.
3. Technical writing, analysis and interpretation of metallurgical test results and relating to plant and/or customer processing and operation - metallurgical microscopes (scanning electron and optical) are everyday tools used in all investigations.
4. Database systems are used to gather plant data to assist in investigations.
5. Computer skills are required to analyse data and compile reports.
6. Analytical and interpretive skills required to determine causes of process or end-use problems, project planning.

1. BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy with a minimum of 6 - 8 years’ relevant experience.
2. Knowledge of steel/stainless steel product and/or smelting/refining of other materials.
3. Working experience in heavy/large manufacturing processes related to steel manufacturing, quality assurance and control, project management.
4. Experience with POLC principles and QCDSM.

Negotiable