Graduate Metallurgist
2026-06-29T07:59:52+00:00
Lindian Resources
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Kangankunde Mine, Senzani, Balaka
Balaka
10101
Malawi
Construction
Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining
2026-07-05T17:00:00+00:00
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About Lindian Resources
Lindian Mining Resources is a subsidiary of Lindian Resources, an Australian mining company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: LIN). The group of companies hold world-class rare earths and bauxite assets in Malawi, Tanzania and Guinea. Its flagship project, the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, is one of the most significant underdeveloped rare earth deposits globally. Through this development, Lindian is poised to become a globally significant rare earths producer, supporting innovation and the global energy transition.
Lindian Resources Mining Ltd is expanding operations at Kangankunde Mine and as we advance through construction, commissioning, and operations, we are seeking qualified and motivated professionals to join our growing team in the following positions: –
Graduate Metallurgist (2 Positions)
Role Summary
The Graduate Metallurgist supports metallurgical operations by applying technical knowledge to monitor and improve plant performance. Assists in the design, testing, and optimization of metallurgical processes to enhance metal recovery, product quality, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, control, and optimize metallurgical plant performance and recovery
- Analyze production data and implement process improvements to maximize throughput and efficiency
- Ensure adherence to metallurgical standards, procedures, and best practices
- Conduct routine sampling, test work, and metallurgical accounting
- Identify and troubleshoot plant performance issues and recommend corrective actions
- Support production teams with technical metallurgical guidance
- Compile and present metallurgical reports to management
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Assist with budgeting, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum 1 – 2 years’ relevant experience in a processing plant environment
- Experience in Mineral Processing plants (preferred), with Milling experience as a strong advantage
- Sound knowledge of metallurgical processes and plant optimization
- Computer literate (MS Office and metallurgical systems)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Medically fit to work in a mining environment
- Valid driver’s license
General Requirements (All Roles)
- Experience in mining, construction, or industrial environments will be an added advantage.
- Ability and prepared to work in a remote site environment with high temperatures.
- Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Good planning and organisational skills
- High level of accountability and integrity
- Ability to perform under pressure in a production environment
- Monitor, control, and optimize metallurgical plant performance and recovery
- Analyze production data and implement process improvements to maximize throughput and efficiency
- Ensure adherence to metallurgical standards, procedures, and best practices
- Conduct routine sampling, test work, and metallurgical accounting
- Identify and troubleshoot plant performance issues and recommend corrective actions
- Support production teams with technical metallurgical guidance
- Compile and present metallurgical reports to management
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Assist with budgeting, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Sound knowledge of metallurgical processes and plant optimization
- Computer literate (MS Office and metallurgical systems)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Good planning and organisational skills
- High level of accountability and integrity
- Ability to perform under pressure in a production environment
- Degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum 1 – 2 years’ relevant experience in a processing plant environment
- Experience in Mineral Processing plants (preferred), with Milling experience as a strong advantage
- Medically fit to work in a mining environment
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience in mining, construction, or industrial environments will be an added advantage.
- Ability and prepared to work in a remote site environment with high temperatures.
- Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement
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Vacancy title:
Graduate Metallurgist
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Construction, Category: Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining]
Jobs at:
Lindian Resources
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, July 5 2026
Duty Station:
Kangankunde Mine, Senzani, Balaka | Balaka
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 29 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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About Lindian Resources
Lindian Mining Resources is a subsidiary of Lindian Resources, an Australian mining company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: LIN). The group of companies hold world-class rare earths and bauxite assets in Malawi, Tanzania and Guinea. Its flagship project, the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, is one of the most significant underdeveloped rare earth deposits globally. Through this development, Lindian is poised to become a globally significant rare earths producer, supporting innovation and the global energy transition.
Lindian Resources Mining Ltd is expanding operations at Kangankunde Mine and as we advance through construction, commissioning, and operations, we are seeking qualified and motivated professionals to join our growing team in the following positions: –
Graduate Metallurgist (2 Positions)
Role Summary
The Graduate Metallurgist supports metallurgical operations by applying technical knowledge to monitor and improve plant performance. Assists in the design, testing, and optimization of metallurgical processes to enhance metal recovery, product quality, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, control, and optimize metallurgical plant performance and recovery
- Analyze production data and implement process improvements to maximize throughput and efficiency
- Ensure adherence to metallurgical standards, procedures, and best practices
- Conduct routine sampling, test work, and metallurgical accounting
- Identify and troubleshoot plant performance issues and recommend corrective actions
- Support production teams with technical metallurgical guidance
- Compile and present metallurgical reports to management
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Assist with budgeting, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum 1 – 2 years’ relevant experience in a processing plant environment
- Experience in Mineral Processing plants (preferred), with Milling experience as a strong advantage
- Sound knowledge of metallurgical processes and plant optimization
- Computer literate (MS Office and metallurgical systems)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Medically fit to work in a mining environment
- Valid driver’s license
General Requirements (All Roles)
- Experience in mining, construction, or industrial environments will be an added advantage.
- Ability and prepared to work in a remote site environment with high temperatures.
- Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Good planning and organisational skills
- High level of accountability and integrity
- Ability to perform under pressure in a production environment
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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Deadline: 05th July 2026
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date.
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