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Chief Metallurgist

turner-mining-group
Companyturner-mining-group
CategoryManufacturing
LocationElko
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentFull-time
LevelExecutive
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted14 Jul 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (breezy)
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Description
The position drives continuous improvement in process performance, metal recovery, and operational efficiency, while ensuring robust metallurgical practices, accurate metal accounting, and effective troubleshooting of processing challenges. Responsibilities  Provide leadership and technical direction for all metallurgical and processing activities across the site.  Manages team performance by aligning individual goals with organizational objectives, delivering regular performance feedback, and supporting employee development through training and career progression opportunities  Champion a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices and ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.  Define, monitor, and communicate process performance targets and technical limits to support stable and optimized operations.  Lead metallurgical troubleshooting efforts to resolve process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and recovery challenges.  Oversee metallurgical testing programs, including design, execution, and interpretation of results to support process optimization.  Lead and maintain accurate metallurgical accounting systems, including daily, monthly, and annual production reporting.  Provide technical oversight of sampling systems, on-stream analyzers, and laboratory services to ensure data accuracy and reliability. JOB DESCRIPTION  Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Geology teams to align processing strategies with ore characteristics and production objectives.  Lead and support process improvement initiatives, including evaluation and implementation of new technologies and methods.  Oversee metallurgical and process-related projects, including scoping, budgeting, forecasting, execution, and performance tracking.  Mentor, coach, and develop metallurgical and operations personnel to strengthen technical capability and promote best practices.  Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost management activities related to processing and metallurgical performance.  Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and data-driven decision- making across the processing team. The above responsibilities are representative and may not include all assigned duties. Education and Experience  Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related process discipline, or equivalent experience.  7-12+ years of experience in metallurgical or process engineering roles within a processing plant environment, preferably in gold or similar operations.  Demonstrated experience leading metallurgical functions, including process optimization, troubleshooting, and metal accounting.  Strong understanding of mineral processing principles, including flotation, recovery optimization, and process control.  Experience managing metallurgical testing programs and interpreting technical data to drive operational improvements.  Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, including operations and maintenance.  Experience with production reporting, budgeting, and forecasting related to processing performance.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical data into actionable insights.  Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non- technical stakeholders.  Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.  Experience evaluating and implementing innovative technologies or process improvements is considered an asset.