Principal Metallurgist - Operational Support

• Perth or Capel Based

• Flexible working arrangements

• Global Western Australian Company

lluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high-grade titanium dioxide feedstocks (rutile and synthetic rutile). Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements (rare earths). As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka’s products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka’s high quality products are increasing in demand.

Our people are the foundation of our business and are vital to our success now and into the future. Iluka offers an empowering and inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate.

About you

The Principal Metallurgist Operational Support will manage various projects, including third party consultants) and will be critical to ensure that internal expertise is shared with site based operations to meet business critical objectives.

This role will lead initiatives that optimise plant yield, improve operational performance / efficiency and ensure product quality is maintained.

These will be achieved by identifying, developing and delivering operational optimisation opportunities and to provide Metallurgical/Process expertise during project execution.

This role will be based in Perth or Capel operations in South West WA, with travel to site as required.

About the role

You will be responsible for the following:

• Critically review operating and technical data to measure and monitor the process plants operational efficiency

• Develop and lead metallurgical test work programs to identify areas for process improvement, and to aid in development of new and ongoing optimisation projects

• Lead initiatives to optimise process plant production and metallurgical objectives

• Develop project scopes and business cases to support project progression

• Effectively manage project budgets and resourcing

• Cost effective management of external consultants and metallurgical laboratories

• Provide technical input in support of the processing operations, to ensure product quality and production targets are met

• Ensure new and emerging process technologies and trends are investigated and implemented 

• Provide metallurgical and process design oversight on all related major projects and be a key resource for operations and internal business groups seeking technical support

• Undertake Project Owner role on site improvement projects as required

• Lead or contribute to technical due diligence studies

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification – Metallurgy, Chemical or Process Engineering

• Ability to think strategically and innovatively on metallurgical aspects of the heavy minerals sands business

• Experience of delivering technical development programs

• Ability to direct, mentor and motivate colleagues and contractors working on technical development projects

• Experience of leading project teams

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Our offer to you

• Flexible working arrangements

• Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture

• Up to 18 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregivers

• Ability to Purchase Additional Annual Leave

• Competitive Salary and Bonus Structures

• Company share matching scheme

• Access to a state-of-the-art Gym in our Perth building

Iluka Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians and females to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. 

If you share our values, you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.

How to apply

When submitting an application, please attach a current cover letter and resume.

Prospective candidates must have the right to work and live in Australia to be considered for this position.

Applications close – 03 September 2024

“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”