Key Responsibilities: Process Optimisation & Control Monitor and continuously optimise plant performance across all processing circuits Define and maintain operating ranges for critical process parameters Analyse plant performance and identify opportunities for improvement Identify process constraints and implement sustainable optimisation initiatives Support enhancements to control strategies to improve overall stability Assess ore variability and its impact on plant performance Drive short interval control and implement corrective actions Metallurgical Performance Maximise zinc recovery and ensure consistent concentrate quality Minimise process losses, dilution and re-circulating loads Monitor and reduce zinc losses to tailings Maintain high standards of metallurgical accounting and sampling integrity Support quality control of final concentrate Collaborate with geology and mining teams on ore variability and blending strategies Data Analysis & Reporting Gather, interpret and analyse metallurgical and process data Perform mass balance and water balance calculations Develop trend analyses to support decision-making Compile and deliver regular performance reports Monitor KPIs and leading indicators Translate data insights into actionable operational improvements Test Work & Continuous Improvement Design and execute plant test work programmes Evaluate and optimise reagent schemes and processing technologies Support debottlenecking and process efficiency initiatives Drive a culture of continuous improvement Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Ensure compliance with MHSA and site-specific safety standards Identify, assess and mitigate operational risks Support SOP development, risk assessments and Management of Change (MOC) processes Maintain environmental compliance across operations Operational Support Provide hands-on technical support to plant operations Troubleshoot process issues and implement solutions Support plant shutdowns, start-ups and ramp-up phases Collaborate with maintenance and reliability teams Participate in daily and weekly production meetings Reinforce metallurgical discipline across shifts Projects & Commissioning Support commissioning activities (C3C5 phases) Contribute technical input to projects and plant modifications Review process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs and control philosophies Support plant performance testing and handover processes Liaise with OEMs, contractors and external consultants Training & Knowledge Transfer Train and mentor operators and supervisors Develop and maintain operating procedures and technical documentation Promote process understanding and best practices across the plant Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):Degree in Metallurgical, Chemical or Process Engineering 36 years experience in mineral processing operations Strong understanding of flotation processes Proven analytical and problem-solving capability If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.