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Introduction Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer. The Mineral Processing Division is seeking for an incumbent who will be responsible for executing and managing commercial projects, writing journal and conference papers. Duties & Responsibilities KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: Design, plan, conduct and co-ordinate research projects. Execute metallurgical test work. Interact with stakeholders (researchers and clients) at a technical level. Manage and control finances of the research and commercial projects. Undertake and co-ordinate test work and communicate results to relevant stakeholders (government (e.g. MTEF), researchers (e.g. EU) and clients that are funding the project work. Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of subordinate staff, to ensure that service of a high standard is rendered to clients, at full cost recovery. Provide technical and practical guidance in the execution of experiments. JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: 5 years' experience in physical separation studies/projects is a necessity. Experience in research and development of physical separation projects is a requirement. Willingness to study, grow and be an expert in the field. Team player who enjoys variation in tasks and has a passion for minerals processing. An affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects is essential. QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess an MSc (Eng) degree in Chemical/Metallurgical engineering. PhD will be an advantage. Professional registration and voluntary association membership will be an advantage. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment. Willing to travel locally and internationally Desired Experience & Qualification JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: 5 years' experience in physical separation studies/projects is a necessity. Experience in research and development of physical separation projects is a requirement. Willingness to study, grow and be an expert in the field. Team player who enjoys variation in tasks and has a passion for minerals processing. An affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects is essential . QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess an MSc (Eng) degree in Chemical/Metallurgical engineering. PhD will be an advantage. Professional registration and voluntary association membership will be an advantage. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment. Willing to travel locally and internationally.
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