First Quantum Minerals FQM
Assist the Technical Superintendent – Primary Smelting in:
Developing and carrying out process and operating improvement projects.
Monitoring, reviewing, analysing and drawing conclusions from operations data, test work results and effect of improvement projects
Key Responsibilities
This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
Monitor, analyse and report on the operation of plant equipment items and processes in the Primary Smelting Section using a range of tools and systems
Carry out data analysis and process calculations using computer-based systems
Write technical reports and give technical presentations to internal and external audiences
Assist in the maintenance and further development of the PI system
Identify process and equipment problems; develop strategies, changes and modifications to solve these problems
Identify opportunities for equipment and process improvements
Develop and manage site-based sampling and test-work to define and implement process improvement opportunities
Assist with (and manage) projects to improve plant operations and safety
Assist operators and maintenance workers with fault-finding and problem solving
Offer technical advice and process information to operators and maintenance workers to assist in achieving plant safety and production targets
Assist in keeping the plant Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) up-to-date
Develop operating procedures, risk assessments, safe work instructions and other similar documents as required
Provide technical supervision and assistance during plant shutdowns
Other duties as directed by the Superintendent – Technical Primary Smelting
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum requirements:
University Degree in Process Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy or equivalent
At least 5 years’ experience in a process plant. Experience in a hot metal plant, hydro met plant or mineral dressing plant would be an advantage.
Skilled user of standard computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, mass and energy balance programs
Familiarity with engineering drawings
Advanced level of literacy and numeracy
Experience in AVEVA PI System is considered an advantage.
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
High level of analytical and communication skills and the ability to present ideas clearly and concisely
Critical thinking and data analysis
Good at implementing changes in operating practice
Systematic monitoring and assessment skills
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Develop a high level of knowledge of equipment, process flow sheet and process control used on the plant
Analyse and solve problems
Report on plant and process data
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