At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture \u2013 the \u201cFirst Quantum Way\u201d.
\nWorking with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
\nOur culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That\u2019s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
\nJob description:
\nMetallurgist \u2013 Process Control
\nReporting to the Process Control Senior Metallurgist, the Process Control Metallurgist is responsible for delivery of long to short term process control optimization projects, day to day operational support through monitoring and managing of control systems, and timely communicating plant performance and identifying improvement opportunities in the process.
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\nQualifications and responsibilities:<\/p>\n
A Tertiary Qualification in Extractive Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering or related.<\/p>\n
Assist operations with the implementation of new plant practices and new control philosophies.
\nParticipate and lead process performance analysis and improvement initiatives.
\nMaintain, develop, expand and tune the installed base layer (PID) and Advanced Control System (Expert System).
\nMonitor, control and report on process plant performance indicators, plant activities and operational underperformances.
\nCreate, modify and update Process Analysis dashboards and tools for plant performance monitoring with the aid of PI OSIsoft tools, SQL, Python, HTML and VBA \u2013 excel.
\nProvide the Process interface support to the software engineer with regards to DCS, including but not limited to optimization of control philosophies, control loop tuning, alarm management, etc.<\/p>\n
Provide the Process interface support to the Instrumentation engineers with regards to field instruments performance, including but not limited to instrument positioning, calibration, etc.<\/p>\n
Actively take part in achieving sectional safety KPIs.<\/p>\n
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\nBehavioral Traits:<\/p>\n
Strong drive and personal sense of ownership and accountability.
\nExcellent cognitive and analytical skills.
\nPossess the management discipline and perseverance to develop and implement medium to long term plans.
\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.
\nAbility to maintain self-discipline within a stressful environment.
\nExhibitions strong initiative and spirit for continuous improvement.
\nSelf-assertive.
\nBe enthusiastic and pro-active in manner.
\nGood people and communication skills. Being able to function well in a team environment.<\/p>\n
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\nEssential knowledge and Experience required to perform in this job:<\/p>\n
Strong analytical and statistical skills.
\nProficient computing skills including Microsoft Office suite.
\nEnglish language fluency.<\/p>\n
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\nAdvantageous skills and experience:<\/p>\n
A minimum of 3 years of direct experience in technical and\/or operational roles of metallurgical circuits as a Metallurgist or Process Engineer.
\nKnowledge on the operating principles of Gyratory Crushers, Cone Crushers, SAG Mills, Ball Mills, Flotation circuits and Thickeners.
\nProcess Control and Advanced Control Systems.
\nExperience with PI OSIsoft historian.
\nAn understanding of SQL, Python, HTML and VBA.<\/p>\n
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