Metallurgist Technician

About the role

Glencore is seeking a Metallurgist Technician to support the training, commissioning and technical assistance of Jameson, Isamill and Albion Process technologies across mines and laboratories. The role will work closely with metallurgy teams and customers, providing expertise during test work and site operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, manage, analyse and report on test work programmes involving pilot rigs, laboratory and site‑based activities.
• Participate in commissioning programmes, site audits and technical evaluations for the Jameson, Isamill and Albion Process technologies.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and internal stakeholders, interpreting metallurgical data and responding to inquiries.
• Maintain relationships with technology alliance partners and deliver remote and on‑site support for Jameson Cell operations.
• Support Glencore operations as required, including regional visits and best‑practice initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience on a mine site or in a laboratory operating flotation circuits.
• Experience with Jameson cell technology is preferred; additional experience in grinding, stirred milling and hydrometallurgy is advantageous.

Required skills

• Jameson cell technology
• Flotation circuit operation
• Grinding and stirred milling processes
• Hydrometallurgy
• Pilot rig testing and data analysis
• Metallurgical data interpretation