JOB SUMMARY

Supports the implementation of safety, collaboration, and culture initiatives in the team environment.
Contributes to production plan simulations, incorporating mass, quality, and tailings variables to support planning decisions.
Participates in the application of ROM specifications in coordination with Geology and Mine Planning, contributing to better resource utilization.
Contributes to risk assessments and optimization studies aimed at improving process reliability and recovery performance within the assigned scope.
Provides technical support during start-up and ramp-up phases, helping stabilize processes and maintain operational consistency.
Engages in monitoring and analyzing process variables to support adherence to operational parameters and identify improvement opportunities.
Supports integration of production plans with geology and mine planning by assessing the impact of ROM characteristics on plant feed.
Applies geometallurgical concepts to improve understanding of ore variability and support more predictable operational outcomes.
Collaborates with internal areas to support alignment between operational demands and technical requirements.
Provides technical support to internal teams and selected partners on topics related to mineral processing.
Supports alignment between operational needs and engineering solutions within the defined scope.
Contributes to the development and improvement of simulation tools used in planning and process optimization.
Ensures technical consistency and reliability through structured laboratory validation and peer review practices.
Contributes to solutions that improve ore handling performance and reduce operational constraints.
Supports technical analysis that informs product portfolio decisions and regional positioning discussions.
Supports technical evaluations in origination activities involving ore, plant, and market fit.
Analyzes process data and performance trends to improve understanding of plant behavior and support decisions.
Contributes technical input to assessments and evaluations when required.
Supports the evaluation of new technologies and suppliers relevant to process improvement.
Supports industrial testing activities aimed at validating technologies and process changes.
Contributes to economic and technical evaluation of initiatives, supporting cost analysis and validating technical assumptions to ensure consistency and applicability.
Contributes to innovation initiatives, supporting applied research and technical development aligned with operational needs.

KEY CHALLENGES

Build strong day-to-day relationships with plant operation teams, providing consistent technical support and practical guidance to strengthen credibility and improve routine performance.
Document technical learnings and ensure consistent application of mineral processing fundamentals to reduce rework and improve execution quality.
Ensure technical activities align with established standards and contribute to operational and project objectives.
Contribute to the development and improvement of predictive models and simulations that support production planning, scenario analysis, and process understanding.
Support integration of geology, mine planning, and process data to improve understanding of ROM behavior and contribute to more effective resource utilization.
Identify relevant technical risks and support optimization efforts aimed at improving recovery, quality, and operational stability within the assigned scope.
Provide technical support during start-up and ramp-up phases, helping stabilize operations and reduce process variability during critical implementation stages.
Apply geometallurgical concepts and process analysis to improve understanding of ore variability and support more predictable operational outcomes.
Support evaluation and application of new technologies, suppliers, and improvement ideas that enhance process performance and technical learning.
Support adoption of safety, risk management, collaboration, and feedback practices that reinforce a healthy technical and team environment.
Provide technical inputs that connect plant behavior, ore characteristics, and product information to broader business discussions when required.
Support identification of improvement opportunities through technical observation, comparative analysis, and exposure to good practices.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for SSMA and culture by supporting safety and culture initiatives that reinforce collaboration, discipline, and risk awareness in the team environment.
Responsible for production plan simulation by developing simulations plans and supporting mass, quality, and tailings analysis used in planning.
Responsible for ROM specifications by applying ROM specifications in coordination with geology and mine planning to improve resource utilization.
Responsible for risk and optimization studies by supporting technical studies that identify risks and improve process reliability, recovery, and operational performance.
Responsible for start-up and ramp-up support by supporting start-up and ramp-up activities to improve process stability and reduce operational variability.
Responsible for process monitoring and performance optimization by monitoring process variables and identifying improvement opportunities to support adherence to operational parameters.
Responsible for production plan integration by supporting integration between production plans, geology, and mine planning and assessing ROM impacts on plant feed.
Responsible for geometallurgy application by applying geometallurgical concepts to improve understanding of ore variability and support more predictable operations.
Responsible for cross-functional integration by collaborating with internal areas to connect operational needs with technical requirements and solutions.
Responsible for technical expertise provision by providing technical support to teams and partners on topics related to mineral processing performance and improvement.
Responsible for simulation tools by utilizing tools and software to conduct analyses and propose process optimizations.
Responsible for lab tests and scale-up by monitoring execution, analyzing results, and supporting the definition of procedures and validation activities for the parameters required to ensure technical consistency and learning.
Responsible for material handling solutions by supporting material handling solutions that improve continuity and reduce operational constraints.
Responsible for technical portfolio interface by supporting technical portfolio analysis and providing inputs for product positioning decisions.
Responsible for origination support by supporting origination evaluations involving ore characteristics, plant capabilities, and market requirements.
Responsible for process intelligence by analyzing process data and trends to support technical understanding and day-to-day decision-making.
Responsible for due diligence by supporting technical assessments and due diligence activities when required for projects and opportunities.
Responsible for innovation and new technologies by supporting evaluation of new technologies and suppliers relevant to process improvement and performance.
Responsible for industrial testing by supporting industrial testing activities that validate process changes, technologies, and operating assumptions.
Responsible for economic evaluation, investments, and scaling by supporting economic evaluation of initiatives and ensuring consistency between costs, technical assumptions, and expected outcomes.
Responsible for innovation, R&D, and strategic partnerships by supporting R&D initiatives, contributing to technical studies, and collaborating with strategic partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Metallurgical, or Chemical Engineering. Master’s degree desirable as a differentiation factor.
Years of Experience - 7–12 years
Languages - Fluency in English and Chinese required for technical communication and documentation.
Mineral characterization - Basic to intermediate experience supporting mineral characterization and interpretation of variability.
Mass balance / simulation / data reconciliation (METSIM / JKSimMet / USIM PAC / BILCO) - Executes basic analyses and simulations using existing models, simple flowsheets, and initial data reconciliation routines.
Statistics / DOE / advanced analysis (Minitab / JMP / Design-Expert / STATGRAPHICS - Applies basic statistical analyses and performs simple evaluations of data and experiments.
Productivity / data analysis / technical communication (Excel / PowerPoint) - Organizes data, performs simple calculations, and prepares clear basic technical presentations.
Innovation processes - Participation in innovation initiatives and application of new ideas in operational context.
Due diligence - Exposure to due diligence activities supporting technical assessments.
Project development - Experience supporting project activities and technical studies.
Iron ore value chain knowledge - Good understanding of process stages and operational flows.
International exposure - Limited or initial exposure to international operations or collaboration.

Behavioral Profile:

Prefers structured, task-focused work with attention to detail and consistency
Relies on data, logic, and established methods to make decisions
Focuses on concrete data, process details, and technical accuracy
Communicates objectively and clearly in technical contexts
Analytical - Data analysis; problem solving; attention to detail
Discipline; time management; reliability
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong multicultural and multidisciplinary background

International Mineral Processing

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