Senior Metallurgist

Senior Metallurgist

Bachelor 81000 - 99000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the maintenance reliability team and enhance plant performance through innovative strategies.
  • Company: Join a leading mineral processing company focused on reliability and teamwork.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for mentorship.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by improving equipment reliability and mentoring future engineers.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience required.

The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Reliability Engineer to lead and strengthen the maintenance reliability function across the mill, crusher, and tailings operations. The role will drive the transition from reactive maintenance to preventive and predictive maintenance , improving equipment reliability, availability, and overall plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the maintenance reliability team and provide technical leadership on mechanical reliability matters.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Analyze equipment failures, conduct

Root Cause Analysis (RCA) , and develop effective corrective and preventive actions.

  • Provide technical support for troubleshooting, equipment condition assessment, and maintenance strategy development.
  • Monitor equipment reliability, availability, downtime, and maintenance KPIs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Work closely with Operations, Maintenance Planning, Projects, HSE, equipment manufacturers, and service providers.
  • Support asset life-cycle management, spare parts strategy, asset integrity, and repair/replace or redesign decisions.
  • Participate in maintenance planning, budgeting, cost analysis, and reliability improvement projects.
  • Lead and support

Management of Change (MOC) activities related to maintenance and reliability.

  • Mentor and develop local engineers, promoting knowledge and technical skills transfer.
  • Ensure all reliability and maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with company HSE requirements.
  • Bachelor’s degree in

Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering , or a related discipline.

  • Professional engineering certification/designation is an advantage.
  • Minimum

8 years of relevant experience , including experience in plant operations and maintenance.

Previous experience in a mineral processing plant is required.

  • Experience in a senior/team leadership role is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fixed plant maintenance, reliability engineering, and maintenance strategies.
  • Experience with

RCA, predictive maintenance, asset reliability, maintenance planning, and KPI analysis .

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Good knowledge of MS Office; MS Project is an advantage.
  • Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
  • Previous expatriate experience is an advantage.
  • Good command of written and spoken English .
  • Education Level: Bachelor's degree
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Senior Metallurgist employer: Rosebel Gold Mines N.V.

At Rosebel Gold Mines N.V., we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the mining sector. Our employees benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, all while enjoying the unique lifestyle that comes with a 14/7 rotation schedule in a stunning location. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages you to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

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Contact Details:

Rosebel Gold Mines N.V. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Metallurgist

Mechanical Engineering
Reliability Engineering
Preventive Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Equipment Condition Assessment
Maintenance Strategy Development