MINTEK

SENIOR ENGINEER: BIOMETALLURGY DIVISION

Listing reference: minte_000468

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 30 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer. The successful candidate will be based full-time in the Bioprocessing Group in the Biometallurgy Division and will be expected to provide engineering inputs to and perform research in the areas of Bioleaching of precious and base metal resources, and Treatment of mine effluents and solid wastes.

Job description

• The successful candidate should be aware of trends in the relevant field, and is 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

•  Min: MEng or MSc(Eng), preceded by BSc(Eng) or BEng.
• At least 3 – 5 years vocational experience following first graduation, in Biometallurgy, processing of minerals or knowledge based organisations. 
• Exposure to, and an understanding of bioprocesses, especially bioleaching.
• Exposure to and an understanding of, mine water and waste challenges, treatment and value recovery.
• Ideal: SACNASP or ECSA registered.

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MQA INTERN

Listing reference: minte_000470

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 27 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Research and Development

Location: Randburg

Contract: Internship

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Mintek is offering an exciting internship opportunity to suitable candidate for potential placement within our technical division at our Randburg Offices.

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose is to provide practical work experience to students who have completed thir degree.

JOB KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Computer Literacy - MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong Communication skills
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities
• Attention to detail

PROSPECTIVE INTERNS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

• Curriculum Vitae;
• Certified academic record;
• Certified Degree certificate;
• Certified Copy of ID 

SALARY PACKAGE: R 173 597.00 CTC per annum non-negotiable

CLOSING DATE:  27 October 2026

This opportunity is open to South African citizens only. Successful candidates must arrange their own accommodation clos to Mintek, and they must make their own travel arrangements to get to Mintek. Candidates must be willing to go under psychometric testing.

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 presentively in all levels of occupational categories.  

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent academic record (academic average of 60%) and have completed a degree in the following fields

• Metallurgical Engineering.
• Chemical Engineering.

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MQA WORK INTEGRATED LEARNER

Listing reference: minte_000471

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 27 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Other: Mining

Location: Randburg

Contract: Internship

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Mintek offers an exciting opportunity to suitable candidates for potential placement within our technical divisions at our Randburg Offices.

Job description

 PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose is to provide practical work experience to students who require workplace experience to complete their qualifications. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE /SKILLS REQUIRED:

•  Computer Literacy –MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
•   Sound communication skills
•   Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities
•   Attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent academic record (academic average of 60%) and have completed S4/S5 in the following fields: 

• Metallurgical Engineering;
• Jewelery Design
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Analytical Chemistry
• Electromechanical Engineering/ Instrumentation Mechanician

PROSPECTIVE INTERNS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:

• Curriculum Vitae;
• Certified academic record;
• Certified In service training letter from the university;
• Certified ID copy

CLOSING DATE:  27 October 2026

SALARY PACKAGE: R104 158.00 CTC per annum non negotiable

This opportunity is open to South African citizens only. Successful candidates must arrange their own accommodation close to Mintek, and must make their own travel arrangements to get to Mintek. Candidates must be willing to undergo psychometric testing.

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.

Minimum requirements

Excellent academic record (academic average of 60%) and have completed S4/S5 in the following fields: 

• Metallurgical Engineering;
• Jewelery Design
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Analytical Chemistry
• Electromechanical Engineering/ Instrumentation Mechanician

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