General Manager - Ore Dressing (15-25 yrs)

Position Overview:

The General Manager - Ore Dressing will lead the ore beneficiation and upgradation operations, with a focus on copper, zinc, and lead flotation plants. The role requires a deep understanding of mineralogy, process design, and plant operations, ensuring optimal recovery and efficiency in line with the region's high-grade ore deposits. The GM will report directly to the Sr. Director - Projects & Technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Mineralogy & Process Interpretation:

- Analyze and interpret mineralogical studies to guide beneficiation strategies and process flowsheets.

- Apply mineralogical insights to optimize ore upgradation and flotation plant performance.

Test Work Design & Execution:

- Design and develop procedures for bench-scale and pilot-scale test work5.

- Supervise and interpret test work findings, translating them into actionable process improvements.

Commercial Plant Conceptualization:

- Use bench and pilot-scale results to conceptualize and design commercial ore beneficiation plants.

- Oversee the transition from pilot to commercial scale, ensuring process scalability and robustness.

Plant Stabilization & Troubleshooting:

- Lead stabilization efforts and troubleshoot operational challenges in commercial plants.

- Implement corrective actions to resolve metallurgical and operational bottlenecks.

Team Leadership:

- Supervise technical teams, fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Mentor junior engineers and ensure knowledge transfer across the department.

Reporting & Compliance:

- Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and process documentation5.

- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with specialization in Ore Beneficiation or Mineral Processing.

- 20-25 years' experience in ore upgradation and flotation plants, with a strong track record in copper, zinc, and lead beneficiation.

- Proven expertise in mineralogical analysis, process design, and plant operations.

- Experience in scaling up processes from laboratory to commercial scale.

- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Desirable Skills:

- In-depth knowledge of mineral processing equipment and process control systems.

- Familiarity with the geology and ore characteristics of the Central African Copperbelt is an advantage.

- Experience working in multicultural and challenging environments.

Reporting Structure:

Reports to: Sr. Director - Projects & Technology