MINTEK VACANCIES

MINTEK

RESEARCH ENGINEER
Listing reference: minte_000210
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 12 March 2024

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

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Research Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The incumbent will conduct value-added and fit-for-purpose research in pyrometallurgy.

Job description
The Pyrometallurgy Division has identified the following priority research areas to guide the recruitment process:

Designing the next generation and fit-for-purpose DC arc furnace technology
Computational and numerical modelling of complex phase systems in pyrometallurgy
Phase equilibria and thermochemical modelling of complex slags systems
Sustainable processing and elucidating low carbon pathways in pyrometallurgy.
Reaction kinetics and elucidating reaction mechanisms in pyrometallurgy.
Nascent flowsheets to valorise postconsumer, urban, and industrial wastes.
Novel and niche furnace containment systems

The role demands strong understanding of thermochemistry, phase equilibria, reaction kinetics, and engineering design fundamentals. Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of engineers-in-training and interns is a non-negotiable component of the role.

Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIREMENTS:

A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals
Demonstrated ability to conceptualise and deliver high impact research in pyrometallurgy.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals is a distinct advantage.
A strong understanding of the South African and global metals, minerals, and energy industries.
Proven experience software and design tools such as PyroSim™, FactSage™ and FUSION360.
Experience with coding in C and Python is an added advantage.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems.
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 BSc/BEng degree in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
Ideally, PhD degree in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
Postdoctoral research experience, with strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development, is highly advantageous.
Professional recognition and registration are an added advantage.
Experience with postgraduate supervision is an added advantage.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects.
Passion for pyrometallurgy research, technology development and technology transfer.
Good 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 partners.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.

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ADMIN OFFICER
Listing reference: minte_000209
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 11 March 2024

Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Directors and Chief Executives
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an Admin Officer. The candidate will be responsible for the administration function of the Executive and the Board. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
ADMINISTRATION

Ensure that all purchase, service requisitions and store items are correct before processing on IFS. Follow-up with buying on progress.
Responsible for travel and accommodation bookings.
Liaise with Finance Division on the processing of S&T allowances, and advances.
Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
Organise quotes and do requisitions for all consumables and assets.
Perform Secretarial duties for Executive Managers.
Assist in drafting accurate and professional reports
Assist in ensuring the timeous collation and dispatch of board packs and provide support to members and invitees
Coordinate and organise meetings, and board-related events, ensuring all logistics are seamlessly executed
Undertake any ad hoc duties

COMPLIANCE

Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
Assist with coordinating the Board Induction
Maintain and keep an electronic and physical filing system
Recording of accurate minutes

MAINTAIN ASSET REGISTER FOR THE CLUSTER

Keep records of asset location changes, transfers, and scrapping
Update Excel version of Asset Register
Physically verify assets at required intervals against Excel and IFS versions of the asset list

COLLABORATION

Ability to build positive working relationship

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

National Diploma in Public Administration, Office Management or equivalent
Ideal B. Tech in Public Administration, Office Management or equivalent qualification
3-5 years Administrative experience
Computer Literacy in full Microsoft Office programmes, IFS System and Minutes taking

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Corporate Governance
Adaptability
Multitasking

COMPETENCY REQUIRED

An excellent communicator, written and verbal communication
Professionalism
Attention to detail
Confidentiality
Teamwork and collaboration

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ENGINEER: PHYSICAL SEPARATION GROUP (RE-ADVERT)
Listing reference: minte_000181
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 March 2024

Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
An exciting career opportunity exists at Mintek for Engineer: Physical Separation Group. The successful incumbent will conduct basic technical tasks without direct supervision within a single field of research, provide data that is accurate and ensure compliance with document control and document management processes for simple projects. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
Financial sustainability

Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision, including Open Call proposals.

Execution, People and Planning

Perform routine scientific and engineering research using standard methods, procedures and equipment. Act as Principal investigators on such projects.
Perform complex scientific and engineering research under supervision.
Design, operate and oversee discipline specific experimental work 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.

Governance and Risk Management

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 Principal Investigator responsible for the assessment and management of all risks at a project level.
May be responsible for equipment / facilities.

Relationship Management and Reporting

Present at local conferences and publish conference papers, journal papers.

Interactions

Staff in own division, across other divisions to head level; suppliers and vendors (engineers), clients/collaborators at technical level.

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum: B. Sc. Hons or 4-year Engineering degree.
Ideal: MSc, MEng (NB: other lower degrees, must attain the minimum requirement to stay in this position)
1- 2 years vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hon/BEng)
Must have 2 - 3 years Comminution and Flotation or Physical Separation experience.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.

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GOOD RECEIVING COORDINATOR
Listing reference: minte_000206
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 March 2024

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

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Good Receiving Coordinator. The candidate will be responsible to coordinate the receipt of goods at the Goods Receipt Depot and process goods received notes on the IFS system. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Receive deliveries from suppliers.
Inspect goods received and verify that goods are in good order.
Compare delivery documents to the Mintek purchase order on IFS and confirm that the quantities and materials match.
Liaise with the relevant buyer in case of any anomalies regarding goods or quantities.
For goods to be returned to supplier, complete necessary process on IFS and contact supplier to arrange for goods pick-up.
Ensure correct documentation is submitted back to supplier and that the buyers are aware of the return.
Sign delivery documents from supplier.
Perform goods receipt on IFS by selecting the correct purchase order and inputting the correct data on IFS.
Record deliveries in the goods receipt register.
Arrange for regular collection of goods from the Goods receipt Depot with stores personnel.
Mark all received items with the relevant PO number.
Ensure goods are dispatched to stores after compared to goods receipt register.
Contact end users for urgent deliveries.
Ensure that goods returned to vendors are signed for when collected.
Receive samples from clients.

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

National Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management and Finance or Equivalent
1-2 Years Experience
Certificate in Warehouse Management /Stock and Forklift Licence(Ideal)

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CANDIDATE SCIENTIST/ENGINEER: PROCESS CONTROL - MAC (RE-ADVERT)
Listing reference: minte_000205
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 March 2024

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

Introduction
Mintek is seeking a graduate engineer to conduct research into advanced control systems and optimisation strategies for minerals processing and metallurgical plants. This individual will contribute to the development of world-leading advanced process control solutions that are deployed in the industry, both in South Africa and globally.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Conduct research into advanced process control solutions, including modelling complex processes.
Identify opportunities for technology development and commercialization;
Play a support role in research projects and the development of products from that research;
Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget;
Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum overall technical efficiency;
Actively participate in training, guidance and motivation supplied to junior staff. Participate in team debates and technical discussions;
Produce professional reports, papers and presentations at local and international conferences;
Conceptualise, design, execute, analyse and troubleshoot with guidance from senior personnel;
Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments that are relevant to the division’s interests

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Engineer: B.Eng. Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical, or B.Sc Honours in an applicable field, e.g. physics or applied mathematics. Candidates must be willing to study further towards an M.Eng/M.Sc and PhD in a field aligned with Mintek’s research. An M.Sc or PhD in a field related to this post is preferred.
Must be familiar with MATLAB or Python (prototyping of algorithms)
The following skills/knowledge will be advantageous:
Computer programming in C , C# or VB.NET
Numerical analysis, solving differential equations
Modelling of complex systems including mechanical, chemical and/or thermodynamic aspects.

COMPETENCIES:

Communication and presentation skills (expected to produce journal articles and conference papers)
Numerical and quantitative skills
Self-driven
People skills
Ability to multi task
Ability to get things done
Ability to lead by example
Advanced Process Control
Process Modelling

SALARY PACKAGE: negotiable

The above-mentioned vacancy is also available on the Mintek website at www.mintek.co.za

Should you not hear from us within one (1) month of the closing date, consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mintek is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of occupational categories

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SCIENTIST/ENGINEER: PROCESS CONTROL - MAC (RE-ADVERT)
Listing reference: minte_000204
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 March 2024

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

Introduction
Mintek is seeking an individual who is experienced in the field of advanced process control systems and/or modelling to conduct research into advanced control systems and optimisation strategies for minerals processing and metallurgical plants. This individual will contribute to the development of world-leading advanced process control solutions that are deployed in the industry, both in South Africa and globally.

Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Conduct research into advanced process control solutions, including modelling complex processes.
Identify opportunities for technology development and commercialization;
Play a leading role in minor and support role in major research projects and the development of products from that research;
Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget;
Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum overall technical efficiency;
Actively participate and play a support role in the training, guidance and motivation of junior staff. Participate in team debates and technical decisions;
Produce professional reports, papers and presentations at local and international conferences;
Conceptualise, design, execute, analyse and troubleshoot with minimal oversight;
Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments that are relevant to the division’s interests

Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
·        Engineer: B.Eng. Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical, or B.Sc Honours in an applicable field, e.g. physics or applied mathematics. Candidates must be willing to study further towards an M.Eng/M.Sc and PhD in a field aligned with Mintek’s research. An M.Sc or PhD in a field related to this post is preferred.
·        Must be familiar with MATLAB or Python (prototyping of algorithms)
·        2 years vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hon/BEng).
·        The following skills/knowledge will be advantageous:

Computer programming in C , C# or VB.NET
Numerical analysis, solving differential equations
Modelling of complex systems including mechanical, chemical and/or thermodynamic aspects.

COMPETENCIES:
·        Communication and presentation skills (expected to produce journal articles and conference papers)
·        Numerical and quantitative skills
·        Self-driven
·        People skills
·        Ability to multi task
·        Ability to get things done
·        Ability to lead by example
·        Advanced Process Control
·        Process Modelling

SALARY PACKAGE: negotiable

The above-mentioned vacancy is also available on the Mintek website at www.mintek.co.za

Should you not hear from us within one (1) month of the closing date, consider your applic ation to be unsuccessful.
Mintek is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of occupational categories

PLEASE APPLY HERE

EXECUTIVE MANAGER: BIOMETALLURGY DIVISION
Listing reference: minte_000202
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 29 February 2024

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

Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an Executive Manager: Biometallurgy. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the Biometallurgy Division is managed in a manner that delivers sustainably on its mandate, including strategic and operational plans: • To lead the Division technically, including developing the Division’s RDI strategy. • To ensure the alignment of the Division strategy and plans with those of the Mintek strategy. • To maintain a balanced Divisional RDI portfolio. • To prepare and implement operational and business plans for the Division. • To lead stakeholder engagements with industry, HEI’s, public sector and international entities. • To be accountable for the Division’s sustainability, including financial, human resources, SHEQ, risks and delivery.

Job description
LEADERSHIP

Ethical leadership
Stakeholder relations management to ensure that cooperation is obtained in fulfilling the Division’s mandate.
Ensure the alignment of the divisional strategy with Mintek’s mandate and the strategies of external stakeholders e.g. government departments.

STRATEGY

Ensure that all the activities undertaken by Biometallurgy Division support the beneficiation aspect of the overall Mintek strategy.

PEOPLE AND PLANNING

Ensure that the necessary resources are allocated to all the activities required to give effect to the strategy and the activities in the Division.
Ensure that the competent talent required in the department is retained through clear career paths.
Ensure that there is an adequate pipeline of commercial and business leads to ensure that the Division can deliver on its targets.
Contribute to the refinement and development of the Cluster strategy and plans.

MARKETING

Ensure that there is a divisional marketing plan in place, which identifies the market requirements and match these to technologies developed in the division.
Ensure publications in peer-reviewed journals and participation in conferences, symposia to market the division’s technologies and skills.
Maintain national and international collaboration with research networks.
Seek out opportunities to commercialize research outcomes.

GOVERNANCE

Risk profiling and ensure compliance to the ISO Standards and Regulations.
Adhere to all Mintek’s policies and ethics.

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

Drive the Division’s financial sustainability through effective operations.
Balance the RDI portfolio funding and commercial targets as agreed in the Division.
Ensure that the Division revenue streams are diverse.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Develop and maintain sound relationships with stakeholders to remain globally relevant.
Take responsibility for commercialisation and technology transfer management for the Division.
Keep employees engaged by maintaining an environment in which they thrive and succeed.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Undertake performance management for the Division.
Ensure that all the work produced by the division meets the highest standards possible.
Ensure that the work produced through research and development has the potential for commercialisation

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Ideal: PhD in relevant field of science related to the divisional activities, preferably Chemical/Metallurgical engineering, Biohydrometallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Bioprocessing or Biotechnology.
Minimum: Master’s degree in Chemical/Metallurgical engineering, Biohydrometallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Bioprocessing or Biotechnology
At least 10 years’ experience in the field of which 5 years must be in a research management position.
Experience in financial, HR, business processes, marketing, operations, and business development.
Experience in business engagements and commercialization activities.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, good management and leadership skills, self-driven, people skills and strategic thinking.

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