Flotation Metallurgist

• Major project 
• Exotic location 
• Excellent salary

Our client, a FTSE 100 company and a fully integrated copper producer with a significant number of mines in Central Asia requires a Flotation Metallurgist for a 3000 mtph base metal project. Initially based in Perth but subsequently Kazakhstan the Flotation Metallurgist will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the final design & commissioning of the Flotation plant. 
• Monitoring, recording and optimising the performance of the Flotation circuit. 
• Managing the day to day metallurgical activities related to reporting procedures, plant performance, implementation and improvements, testing and staff training. 
• Providing technical advice to both maintenance and operation teams, along with developing and maintaining databases, reports and monthly statistics 

Applicants should have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a mineral process engineering discipline. 
• A minimum of 5 years experience in large scale flotation plant operations. 
• Prior experience in an overseas role would be an advantage. 
• Russian language skills would be an advantage. 

This is a permanent role with residential or Fly in Fly out (8/2) options. The residential roles are based in Almaty, an attractive modern city with many facilities. Subsidised married/single accommodation is available and the Fly in Fly out roster to site is 9/5. Leave is 4 weeks and leave fares will be paid to point of hire. A competitive salary with a low tax rate is on offer.