Our client based in Zambia would like to consider suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Metallurgical Manager. Our client is a major copper/cobalt producer in with their operations in the copperbelt in Zambia. The incumbent will report to the Chief Metallurgical Officer with Metallurgical Superintendants of the various plants reporting to him.

The actual production figures are: Concentrator 10,500t ore per day; leaching plant 2,500t ore per day; TD52 Leaching Plant 2,500t ore per day.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree in metallurgical or chemical engineering;
• Minimum 10 years of metallurgical experience; mineral processing, leaching, solvent extraction
• At least 10 years metallurgical experience (Concentrator, Acid plant, Leach plant and Cobalt Plant)
• Proven managerial experience in a metallurgical plant.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage the overall design of process flowsheets, plant layouts, material handling systems, manpower requirements, equipment procurement and material utilization;
• Develop and manage metallurgical operations and work practices that maximize operational efficiencies;
• Improve plant operating performance; reduce waste and delays; promote cost reductions; and achieve a high level of operating efficiency;
• Evaluate current and potential processing methods;
• Monitor and analyze key metallurgical performance indicators of process operations and recommend corrective actions to the operations team;
• Manage metallurgical and chemical engineering activities working with the operations team and external consultants;
• Create and distribute monthly metallurgical and engineering reports;
• Work within cross-functional teams and coach, mentor supervise and lead direct reports;
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices;
• Ability to effectively delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables;
• Proven team player skills with ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships;;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Strong mentoring, training and coaching to junior colleagues.

BENEFITS OFFERED:
• An attractive and market related annual salary (taxable in Zambia)
• 3 year contract renewable
• Loyalty bonus after 3 years
• Medical for candidate and family living with him in Zambia
• Settling in allowance
• Additional travelling allowance
• Note that this is a residential position and the employee is treated like an employee of the company. He/she will qualify for 25 days leave per annum and is responsible for own accommodation and transport.