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MINTEK

SHEQ OFFICER
Listing reference: minte_000139
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 17 September 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: SHEQ and Security Work
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a SHEQ Officer. The SHEQ Officer oversees Mintek’s medium Safety and Health Risk divisions as well as other low risk divisions are included in this portfolio. This will be done by maintaining and coordinating the SHEQ activities of Mintek’s SHEQ-MS within the Cluster/Division, in accordance with the ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards; where applicable ISO17025, ISO17034, ISO13485 etc.

Job description

Document, implement and maintain a Divisional SHEQ management system in
accordance with the ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards and applicable legislation.
Coordinate the training activities within the Division.
Manage the surveillance and monitoring activities within the Division.
Coordinate the waste management activities within the Division.
Manage the risk identification, assessment, prevention and mitigation control activities within the Division.
Be pro-active in maintaining and improving the quality of the Division
Guide the Division to continuously improve quality and maintain quality consciousness.
Observe training gaps in the Division and be pro-active in training staff on all SHEQ aspects.

Minimum requirements

BSc Chemistry
Training in ISO 17025; ISO 9001; ISO 14001; OHSAS 18001 will be advantageous

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PRINCIPAL ENGINEER: WATER UNIT - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000141
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 1 September 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Chemical Engineering
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
An exciting career opportunity exists at Mintek for a Principal Engineer to join the Water Nanotechnology Unit within the Nanotechnology Group. The position entails the development of nano-enabled adsorption and filtration technologies for water and wastewater remediation. Using her/his skill set, the candidate will work with the team to manage and conduct technology and product development activities in support of commercialization of new products for application in water and wastewater treatment. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Conduct technology and product development for application in water and wastewater treatment. The tasks include (but not limited to) materials synthesis process designing and engineering, scaling-up, techno economic evaluations, prototype designing and validation processes
Generate ideas for new products and better ways to manufacture new and existing products.
Plan methodology, equipment, material requirements and implement laboratory operations for the purpose of developing products and fabrication procedures that meet cost, product specification, and performance standards
Analyse the root cause of a wide variety of failures related to issues arising in product development and validation processes
Identify inefficiencies in scale-up of processes, develop and implement process and product improvement measures
Review new product plans and make recommendations for material selection based on design objectives
Prepare and monitor project plans and budgets and produce professional reports, peer-reviewed papers and presentations for local and international conferences
Contribute to the innovation outputs (ie. technologies, prototypes, products, and patents) of the Division
Provide mentorship and training to Group members and promote competence, confidence, discipline and harmony within the Group.
Engage with industry and identify needs of clients, assist in identifying opportunities for technology development and commercialisation
Ensure long-term sustainability of projects by ensuring innovative and relevant R&D is undertaken to produce commercially viable new technologies and products
Ensure the Group maintains the highest level of competence in the area of Nanotechnology in water treatment thereby ensuring the Unit provides solutions to water related challenges in the country
Assist the Group Head and the Unit Leader in providing technical expertise and direction to the Unit in conceptualising and the commercialization of water treatment products and services
Devise commercial strategies and draft targets, have the targets approved for the Unit, and ensure that adequate work is done and progress achieved to meet them.
Obtain sufficient business from and in collaboration with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), other government entities (TIA, DTIC, IDC, etc.) and different industries by providing and promoting national competitive expertise
Plan and write proposals aimed at bringing revenue and ensuring sustainability of the Unit which includes participation in discussions with clients or internal co-ordinators or specialists or external funding applications.
Build collaborations with universities and other research institutes for academic modelling projects and postgraduate student support
Mentor and supervise postgraduate students
Must stay up to date and informed at an expert technical level with technology and business in the areas of the Division’s work
Ensure continuous growth and the provision of specialised training of junior staff to ensure that the professional skills are acquired to develop, deliver and support advanced process control products and technologies.
Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum overall technical efficiency

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

Masters in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Materials Engineering, and related fields is a requirement
PhD will be advantageous
Should you hold a Master’s degree and be successful for the position, you will be required to register and complete a PhD
Registration with ECSA is a requirement

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

Accountability and Responsibility
Good managerial and leadership skills including conflict resolution
Ability to motivate and inspire, nurture talent, and team building
Be able to work under pressure
Excellent organising and administration skills
Ability to use influence and persuasion to further the Group’s goals to internal and external stakeholders
Effective communication of work, plans, and progress using written and verbal communication
Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and coordinate material exchanges with end users
Ability to network at a high level and have good technical acumen.
Must be willing to travel both locally and internationally.

SALARY PACKAGE: Negotiable

CLOSING DATE: 01 September 2023

PLEASE APPLY HERE

TECHNICIAN: INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL
Listing reference: minte_000140
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 1 September 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Technician: Instrumentation and Control in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must be able to assist us in the development, installation, maintenance, and operation of the electrical, control and instrumentation systems. The successful candidate is expected to actively contribute to the development of CAPEX and OPEX motivations for upgrading key laboratory- and pilot scale equipment and facilities. Ability to conceptualise and execute research and commercial projects using laboratory and pilot scale facilities is a highly desirable attribute for the position.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Responsible for the development, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of electrical, control and instrumentation systems for high temperature laboratory and pilot scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Discipline.
Set up and assembly control systems for pilot plant furnaces in line with specific project modification requirements.
Design and specification of Instrumentation installations for pilot plant furnaces in the Discipline
Installation and commissioning of Instrumentation, Electrical and Control equipment for pilot plants.
Preparation of control and electrical drawings
Maintenance and programming of DeltaV Distributed Control Systems and Programmable Controllers (PLCs).
Develop, manage and implement maintenance programmes to minimise downtime.
Provide support to internal and external clients to ascertain scope requirements and to timeously deliver on research and commercial projects, including supervision and training of operators, trainees and contractors involved. This includes providing training on experimental, SHEQ and administrative procedures.
Conceptualize and develop proposals and quotations for internal and commercial clients, and ensure timely execution of projects, both at laboratory and pilot scale facilities.
Actively contribute to the development of CAPEX and OPEX motivations for upgrading key laboratory and pilot scale equipment and facilities.
Evaluate processes, systems, products or new developments to identify opportunities and deficiencies to ensure continuous improvement.
Conform to all relevant SHEQ procedures, guidelines and rules, and ensure that relevant risks and hazards are identified and managed through Mintek-approved risk assessments and procedures. This includes ensuring that all relevant SOPs are up to date and complied with.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects is essential.
Keen interest to participate in pyrometallurgy research and technology transfer.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
Willing to travel locally and internationally.
Prepared to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3-5 years’ post qualification experience. Demonstrable experience in operating high temperature industrial-scale equipment and facilities is highly desirable.
An in-depth knowledge in specific control disciplines, such as, advanced process control (APC), distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) pertaining to equipment and instrumentation used in electric arc furnaces. Demonstrable portfolio of evidence in DeltaV DCS, Allan Bradley or Siemens S7 PLC programming.
Demonstrable portfolio of evidence Computer Networks and Field Buses (Microsoft Networking, Profibus, EthernetIP, Modbus, Fibre Optic).
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable.
A strong understanding of electric arc furnaces is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum BTech in Electrical/ Instrumentation/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.
Ideally, an MTech in Electrical/ Instrumentation/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.
Possession of NTC6 with trade test (Industrial Instruments & Industrial Electronics) an added advantage.
Professional recognition and registration will be an added advantage.

PLEASE APPPLY HERE

CHIEF ENGINEER- TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000137
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Chief Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to drive value-added RDI activities in the Technology Development Group, provide expert leadership and specialist support in the development and demonstration of value-adding and niche technologies, products and processes in the Discipline and contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior engineers, postdoctoral research fellows and graduate trainees as a non-negotiable component of the role.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Perform the total scope of work in the Discipline, including business development, fundamental research, technology development and technology demonstration.
Provide specialist leadership in developing a pipeline of high impact areas for long-term RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research and funding strategies to drive productivity and ensure the financial sustainability of the Discipline. This includes actively taking part in large international funding proposals to attract funding for multidisciplinary research projects and programmes.
Provide expert leadership in formulating and executing highly complex technical assignments that require high levels of integration and specialist knowledge and skills, and function as the key technical resource in the Discipline with no additional technical oversight. This includes exercising a very high degree of foresight, creativity and judgement based on firm scientific and engineering principles to ensure that all RDI initiatives are planned and delivered with significant novelty and impact.
Contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior staff in the Discipline, including providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.
Enhance the visibility and credibility of the Discipline through networking and building long-term collaborations and partnerships, both locally and globally.
Communicate strategic and technical information in a professional manner, including communicating own and team research via technical publications in accredited journals and key note presentations at peer-received conferences. These outputs should be at a level of an international expert.
Assume specialist responsibility for the assessment and management of all risks related to the Discipline and across disciplines for multidisciplinary activities. This includes providing expert assessment and guidance on strategic, governance and operational risks.
Provide a safe working environment through strict compliance to the health and safety procedures of the Discipline as well as those of Mintek

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research
Passion for scientific research, technology development, and technology transfer.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment
Willing to travel locally and internationally
Prepared to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required
Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators and high level international stakeholders
Excellent writing and presentation skills

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy and engineering design fundamentals non-negotiable.
Demonstrable experience with designing and operating electric arc furnaces.
Demonstrable experienced in managing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to market.
A strong understanding of the global metals, minerals and energy industry is non-negotiable.
Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim™ and FactSage™.
Knowledge of technology development, technology transfer, IP management and commercialisation.
Experience with coding in C and Python is an added advantage.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals is an added advantage.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable.
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or RDI funding is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum PhD in Metallurgical/Chemical/Process Engineering, or equivalent, with a strong focus on pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
Professional recognition and registration is an added advantage.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER-TECHNOLOGY & ENERGY METALS - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000136
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to conduct multidisciplinary research and technology development in the sustainable processing of technology and energy metals. The principal focus of this role is to develop nascent and sustainable processes to recover technology and energy metals from primary and/or secondary resources. Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior engineers, postdoctoral research fellows and graduate trainees is a non-negotiable component of the role.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Perform the total scope of work in the Discipline, including business development, fundamental research, technology development and technology demonstration.
Provide leadership in developing a pipeline of high impact areas for long-term RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research and funding strategies to drive productivity and ensure the financial sustainability of the Discipline. This includes actively taking part in large international funding proposals to attract funding for multidisciplinary research projects and programmes.
Conceptualise, lead and execute technical RDI projects to develop nascent experimental techniques, models, processes, and technologies to recover technology and energy metals from primary and/or secondary resources. This includes undertaking scientific and applied research to enhance the fundamental understanding of slag systems applicable to the smelting and refining of technology and energy metals.
Plan and write proposals for internal, local and international funding, including contract research proposals to ensure financial sustainability of the Discipline.
Enhance the visibility and credibility of the Discipline through networking and building long-term collaborations and partnerships, both locally and globally. This includes actively engaging with industry and other ecosystem partners to determine system requirements and identify and address potential barriers to implementation of desired solutions.
Contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior staff in the Discipline. This includes leading and managing cross-functional teams and providing postgraduate supervision where necessary
Communicate strategic and technical information in a professional manner, including communicating own and team research through technical publications in accredited journals and peer-received conferences.
Provide a safe working environment through strict compliance to the health and safety procedures of the Discipline as well as those of Mintek.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
Passion for learning, pyrometallurgy research and technology transfer.
High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure that Mintek’s IP is protected at all times.
Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.
Preparedness to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required.
Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators and high level international stakeholders.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 6-7 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development, with a strong focus developing processes to recover critical metals such as REEs, PGMs, lithium, titanium or vanadium from primary and/or secondary resources.
Demonstrated ability to design and develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes. Ability to manage high-temperature equipment, both at laboratory and at pilot scale or demonstration levels is highly advantageous.
Strong knowledge of high temperature phase equilibria and modelling of complex slags systems is an added advantage.
Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim™ and FactSage™ is an added advantage.
Demonstrable experienced in managing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to higher technology readiness levels is an added advantage.
A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals is non-negotiable.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
A strong understanding of the global metals, minerals and energy industry is non-negotiable.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable.
Knowledge of technology transfer, commercialisation and product development is highly advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or R&D funding is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum a PhD in Chemical/ Metallurgical/ Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong focus in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
Professional recognition and registration is an added advantage.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

SENIOR ENGINEER/SCIENTIST - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000133
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Engineers/Scientists in the Biometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate ability to conduct value-added and cutting-edge research in line with Mintek 2030 Strategy and will be expected to provide engineering inputs to and perform research in the areas of: • Bioleaching of precious and base metal resources • Treatment of mine effluents and solid wastes

Job description
KEY PERFOMANCE INDICATORS:

Be aware of trends in the relevant field and be able to formulate ideas relating to technical projects, frame and develop research questions, design experiments, identify problems, and evaluate and implement solutions.
Play a leading role in the execution of work as a chief investigator of projects, within the division/group.

Operational

Establish specifications, improve workflows, and introduce operating procedures – project level.

Commercial

Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision to Client satisfaction.
Design, operate and oversee discipline specific experimental work as required by Proposals and ensure that procedures are complied with, and quality control and continual improvement are applied.
Collect and interpret data at a quantitative and qualitative level using discipline specific standard methodologies and procedures. Including the preparation of analytical and descriptive narratives. Ensure that the interpretation is based on sound scientific / engineering theory.
Plan and manage projects to ensure efficient use of time, equipment and facilities, including coordinating with others.
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promote continual improvement in the workplace, adhere to and enforce all SHEQ requirements.
Ensure that the project team understands and adheres to all SHEQ requirements
As a Principal Investigator, responsible for the assessment and management of all risks at a project level.
May be responsible for equipment / facilities.

Research and Development

Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision, including Open Call proposals.
Perform routine scientific and engineering research using standard methods, procedures and equipment. Act as a principal investigator on such projects.
Perform complex scientific and engineering research under supervision.
Contributor to IP development.

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATION AND JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
·      Min: MEng or MSc (Eng)
·      At least 3 – 5 years vocational experience following first graduation.
·      Exposure to, and an understanding of process simulation modelling.
·      Exposure to water quality management, aqueous effluent treatment and recovery.
·      Ideal: SACNASP or ECSA registered.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

Principal Engineer- Sustainable Processing - RE-Advert
Listing reference: minte_000134
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to conduct multidisciplinary research and technology development in the sustainable processing of metals. The focus of this role is to integrate circular economy and sustainable systems thinking into the design of niche pyrometallurgical processes. Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior engineers, postdoctoral research fellows and graduate trainees is a non-negotiable component of the role.
Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Perform the total scope of work in the Discipline, including business development, fundamental research, technology development and technology demonstration.
Provide leadership in developing a pipeline of high impact areas for long-term RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research and funding strategies to drive productivity and ensure the financial sustainability of the Discipline. This includes actively taking part in large international funding proposals to attract funding for multidisciplinary research projects and programmes.
Conceptualise, lead and execute technical RDI projects to integrate circular economy, resource efficiency and sustainable systems thinking in the design of niche pyrometallurgical technologies and processes.
Plan and write proposals for internal, local and international funding, including contract research proposals to ensure financial sustainability of the Discipline.
Enhance the visibility and credibility of the Discipline through networking and building long-term collaborations and partnerships, both locally and globally. This includes actively engaging with industry and other ecosystem partners to determine system requirements and identify and address potential barriers to implementation of desired solutions.
Contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior staff in the Discipline. This includes leading and managing cross-functional teams and providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.
Communicate strategic and technical information in a professional manner, including communicating own and team research via technical publications in accredited journals and peer-received conferences.
Provide a safe working environment through strict compliance to the health and safety procedures of the Discipline as well as those of Mintek.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
Passion for learning, pyrometallurgy research and technology transfer.
High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure that Mintek’s IP is protected at all times.
Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
Prepared to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required.
Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators and high level international stakeholders.
Excellent writing and presentation skill.

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 6-7 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development, with a strong focus on technology development and integration of sustainable solutions in pyrometallurgical processes.
Demonstrated ability to design and develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes.
Ability to manage high-temperature equipment, both at laboratory and at pilot scale or demonstration levels.
Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim™ and FactSage™ is an added advantage
Demonstrable experienced in managing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to higher technology readiness levels is an added advantage.
A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals is non-negotiable.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
A strong understanding of the global metals, minerals and energy industry is non-negotiable.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable
Knowledge of technology transfer, commercialisation and product development is highly advantageous
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or R&D funding is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum PhD in Metallurgical/ Chemical / Mechanical / Electrical/ Process Engineering, or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
Professional recognition and registration is an added advantage.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

CHIEF ENGINEER- TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000138
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Chief Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to drive value-added RDI activities in the Technology Demonstration Group, provide expert leadership and specialist support in the development and demonstration of value-adding and niche technologies, products and processes in the Discipline and contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior engineers, postdoctoral research fellows and graduate trainees as a non-negotiable component of the role.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Perform the total scope of work in the Discipline, including business development, fundamental research, technology development and technology demonstration.
Provide specialist leadership in developing a pipeline of high impact areas for long-term RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research and funding strategies to drive productivity and ensure the financial sustainability of the Discipline. This includes actively taking part in large international funding proposals to attract funding for multidisciplinary research projects and programmes.
Provide expert leadership in formulating and executing highly complex technical assignments that require high levels of integration and specialist knowledge and skills, and function as the key technical resource in the Discipline with no additional technical oversight. This includes exercising a very high degree of foresight, creativity and judgement based on firm scientific and engineering principles to ensure that all RDI initiatives are planned and delivered with significant novelty and impact.
Contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior staff in the Discipline, including providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.
Enhance the visibility and credibility of the Discipline through networking and building long-term collaborations and partnerships, both locally and globally.
Communicate strategic and technical information in a professional manner, including communicating own and team research via technical publications in accredited journals and key note presentations at peer-received conferences. These outputs should be at a level of an international expert.
Assume specialist responsibility for the assessment and management of all risks related to the Discipline and across disciplines for multidisciplinary activities. This includes providing expert assessment and guidance on strategic, governance and operational risks.
Provide a safe working environment through strict compliance to the health and safety procedures of the Discipline as well as those of Mintek.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
·      Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
·      Passion for research, technology development, and technology transfer.
·      Excellent interpersonal skills.
·      Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment
·      Willing to travel locally and internationally
·      Prepared to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required
·      Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators and high level international stakeholders
·      Excellent writing and presentation skills

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy and engineering design fundamentals non-negotiable.
Demonstrable experience with designing and operating electric arc furnaces.
Demonstrable experienced in managing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to market.
A strong understanding of the global metals, minerals and energy industry is non-negotiable.
Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim™ and FactSage™.
Knowledge of technology development, technology transfer, IP management and commercialisation.
Experience with coding in C and Python is an added advantage.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals is an added advantage.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable.
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or RDI funding is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum PhD in Metallurgical/Chemical/Process Engineering, or equivalent, with a strong focus on pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
Professional recognition and registration is an added advantage.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER- TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION - RE-ADVERT
Listing reference: minte_000135
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2023

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to drive value-added RDI activities in the Technology Demonstration Group. The successful candidate will provide expert leadership in the development and demonstration of value-added and niche technologies, products and processes in the Discipline. Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior engineers, postdoctoral research fellows and graduate trainees is a non-negotiable component of the role.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Perform the total scope of work in the Discipline, including business development, fundamental research, technology development and technology demonstration.
Provide leadership in developing a pipeline of high impact areas for long-term RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research and funding strategies to drive productivity and ensure the financial sustainability of the Discipline. This includes actively taking part in large international funding proposals to attract funding for multidisciplinary research projects and programmes.
Conceptualise, lead and execute technical RDI projects to develop nascent experimental techniques, models, processes, and technologies to deliver value-added services to stakeholders. This includes undertaking scientific and applied research to enhance the fundamental understanding of pyrometallurgical processes.
Plan and write proposals for internal, local and international funding, including contract research proposals to ensure financial sustainability of the Discipline.
Enhance the visibility and credibility of the Discipline through networking and building long-term collaborations and partnerships, both locally and globally. This includes actively engaging with industry and other ecosystem partners to determine system requirements, and identify and address potential barriers to implementation of desired solutions.
Contribute to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of junior staff in the Discipline. This includes leading and managing cross-functional teams and providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.
Communicate strategic and technical information in a professional manner, including communicating own and team research through technical publications in accredited journals and peer-received conferences.
Provide a safe working environment through strict compliance to the health and safety procedures of the Discipline as well as those of Mintek.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
Passion for learning, pyrometallurgy research and technology transfer.
High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure that Mintek’s IP is protected at all times.
Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.
Preparedness to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required.
Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators and high level international stakeholders.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.

Minimum requirements

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 6-7 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes
Ability to manage high-temperature equipment, both at laboratory and at pilot scale or demonstration levels.
Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim™ and FactSage™.
Demonstrable experienced in managing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to higher technology readiness levels.
A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
A good understanding of the global metals, minerals and energy industry is non-negotiable.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable
Knowledge of technology transfer, commercialisation and product development is highly advantageous
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or R&D funding is highly advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum PhD in Chemical/ Metallurgical/ Mechanical/Electrical/Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong focus on pyrometallurgy research and technology development
Professional recognition and registration is an added advantage.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

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