Technician: Technology Demonstration

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Technician:
Technology Demonstration. The successful candidate will assist in the design, commissioning, and operation of pilot scale DC arc furnace facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division. Reporting to the Head of Technology Demonstration, the successful candidate must assume an active role in the operation of laboratory and pilot-scale DC arc furnaces. Willingness to work towards a common purpose, and ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive and receptive manner are non‑negotiable attributes of the role.

• Assist, under supervision, in the commissioning and operation of pilot scale electric arc furnaces, in particular, DC arc furnace facilities.
• Participate in the execution of pilot plant projects in line with specific project modification requirements.
• Supervise plant operators.
• Lead housekeeping, preparation of bulk samples, preparation facilities and handling and processing of solid and molten materials in a safe and responsible manner.
• Prepare equipment and facilities for use and check the operability of standard equipment and facilities to ensure that they are ready for use.
• Provide technical and procedural advice to plant operators on how to operate equipment, which equipment settings are optimal, etc.; this includes providing training on experimental, SHEQ and administrative procedures.
• Conceptualize and develop proposals and quotations for internal and commercial clients, and ensure timely execution of projects, both at laboratory and pilot scale facilities.
• Exercise a high level of diligence to ensure high productivity, output, and cost management.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
• Minimum National Diploma in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
• Ideally, Bachelor of Technology degree in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
• Internship and/or technician‑in‑training experience in an environment similar to Mintek, with strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development, is highly advantageous.