Senior Metallurgist at Intertek, Kamloops, BC

About the role

<h3>The Opportunity at Intertek (BML)</h3> Intertek (BML), a recognised global leader in the provision of specialised metallurgical testing, process flowsheet development, and mineralogical analysis interpretation, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Metallurgist for its Kamloops, British Columbia location. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence. As a Senior Metallurgist, you will play a crucial role in managing diverse mineral processing projects, contributing significantly to our clients' success. Your experience will be instrumental in driving innovation and maintaining Intertek (BML)'s reputation for accuracy and reliability in the industry. We are looking for an individual who thrives on challenges and is eager to apply their extensive experience in a leading-edge environment.

Details

<h3>Leading Metallurgical Projects and Test Programmes</h3> The Senior Metallurgist will primarily manage a portfolio of projects, overseeing all stages from bid preparation and client interaction to data communication and final reporting. A key aspect of this role involves completing precise metallurgical balances and thoroughly analysing data to determine the optimal direction for testing programmes. Upon the completion of each test programme, you will be responsible for analysing and presenting the data in a format suitable for inclusion in the final project report. Furthermore, this position entails conducting, supervising, and reporting on bench scale and pilot plant test work, directly supervising laboratory test activities, and liaising with the Technical Services Manager regarding ongoing test programmes. Your leadership and experience will also extend to mentoring other technical staff within the Intertek BML team.

<h3>Essential Expertise in Mineral Processing</h3> Candidates for this Senior Metallurgist position must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Extractive Metallurgy, or Chemical Engineering, with PEng registration being preferred. A minimum of seven years of experience in mineral processing is required, with a strong preference for experience in gold or base metals processing. The successful candidate will demonstrate proven experience with comminution, flotation, leaching, and pressure oxidation techniques. Crucially, extensive metallurgical testing experience within a laboratory setting is essential. Beyond technical acumen, demonstrated leadership skills and excellent communication abilities, both written and oral, are vital for effectively managing projects and collaborating with clients and colleagues at Intertek BML.

<h3>Building a Career with Intertek (BML)</h3> Joining Intertek (BML) means becoming part of a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, committed to fostering a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish and achieve their highest potential. Intertek (BML) promotes professional fulfilment and growth by offering opportunities to enhance and develop skills, alongside a competitive remuneration package that includes profit sharing, vacation, paid sick days, and medical benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your experience in metallurgical testing and processing to contribute to making the world a safer and more sustainable place. Intertek (BML) values diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment.