Metallurgist 3 - Moquegua (Mining)

Description

Position Summary: A professional to conduct flotation, comminution, sedimentation, particle size analysis, and metallurgical tests, with experience in sampling at concentrator plants. Key Highlights: 1. Conducting Copper & Molybdenum flotation tests 2. Experience in comminution and sedimentation testing 3. Planning and sampling at the Concentrator Plant **Company Description** * SGS is a Swiss multinational company and a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification services for products and services, with over 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide. In Peru, we operate across most economic sectors—including mining, agriculture, and fishing—and are integral to the value chain of their products and services. **Job Description** * Copper \& Molybdenum Flotation Tests * Comminution Tests: Bond Work Index, SGI, and Abrasion Index * Sedimentation Tests (Flocculant and/or Coagulant) * Particle Size Analysis (Grinding \& Flotation) * Metallurgical tests for reagent evaluation * Hydrodynamic characterization of Bulk Plant flotation cells. **Planning and Sampling at the Concentrator Plant**: * + Grinding circuit: SAG mill, Ball mill, Pebble crusher, Vibrating screen (Under Screen / Over Screen), Cyclone cluster (feed, underflow, and overflow) + Bulk flotation circuit (global or stage-wise sampling: Ro‐Scv, regrind stage, cleaner stage) + Molybdenum flotation circuit (global or stage-wise sampling: Ro‐Scv, regrind stage, cleaner stage) + Sampling from concentrate storage areas and emergency ponds for monthly concentrator plant inventory **Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree, graduate, or metallurgist engineer. * Minimum 2 years of experience in similar positions. * Significant experience in optical microscopy. * Valid driver’s license (Class A1 or higher) — mandatory. * Theoretical foundation in sampling and sample preparation. * Theoretical and practical knowledge of flotation testing. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. **Additional Information** * Formal employment registration from day one. * Statutory life insurance. * Corporate benefit agreements.