Job Details

Mopani Copper Mines PLC has operations in Mufulira and Kitwe on the copperbelt Province in Zambia. The Company’s Success has been as a result of its Focused approach to improvement and the mutually beneficial relationships enjoyed with stakeholders-an important sector of which is its employees.

The Company Seeks the Services of Plant Metallurgist x4

Job Purpose

The Responsibilities of this role will include but not limited to the following:

• Supervising plant operations and processes in order to meet copper production targets.
• Controlling overtime and monitor consumption of safety, cleaning materials sundry stores, stationary and office furniture.
• Maintaining safe working conditions in the section in accordance with the mining and domestic regulations in order to minimize accidents.
• Checking the condition of flotation bank cells and monitor performance after overhaul.
• Maintaining the grind quality within the target range.
• Ensuring the insols in concentrate is below the set target.
• Maintaining tailings losses below target.
• Reduction of compressed air leaks in the flotation section.
• Adhering to all other assignments that are given that are lawful and fair.

To be considered for this position, the candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Degree in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering.
• Member of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
• Two (2) years experience in Metallurgical Processing Plants.
• Good Problem-solving skills.

The successful candidate must be result oriented and have the ability to work with own initiative, ability to understand scope of work, paying particular attention to Company policies and Corporate objectives.

Mopani is committed to establishing a winning team and a copper and cobalt business it can be proud of. The Company operates an employment policy of meritocracy, aiming to employ the right people with the right skill, irrespective of race, gender or creed.

Applicants who are interested, suitably qualified, and experienced should submit their application no later than 03 June 2024 . The application should include contact phone numbers, a detailed curriculum vitae (limited to three pages or less), and contact information for three referees who can be contacted. Additionally, certified copies of all credentials should be provided.

Female applicants that meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. Full confidentiality guaranteed. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be responded to.