Project Metallurgist

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At ALS encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Project Metallurgist initially will be involved in a training program to build skills in the areas of specific responsibilities. During the training the Project Metallurgist will be given progressively more responsibility for managing projects and interacting with the clients and finally to act as a Project Manager on multiple projects.

• Manage projects, which include the following activities:
  • Bid preparation for complex projects;
  • Review Junior Metallurgist bid preparations;
  • Direct client interaction and communication;
  • Complete metallurgical balances and communicate data to the clients;
  • Analyze data and determine direction of the testing program based upon the results;
  • Upon completion of the test program, analyze and present the data in a format suitable for using in the project final report;
  • Write final technical reports for projects under management and projects managed by others if needed using standardized formats;
• Conducting, supervising and reporting bench scale and pilot plant test work for complex metallurgist projects;
• Direct, supervise, and, when necessary, conduct test work in laboratory;
• Liaising with senior project members regarding ongoing test programmes;
• Providing a mentoring role for Junior Metallurgists;
• Represent ALS Metallurgy at trade shows, conferences, mining shows, etc. as required; these events may occur outside regular office hours;
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

• Demonstrate the ability to assume a senior role in the future;
• Intermediate communication and technical report writing skills;
• Ability to work to deadlines;
• Organized and detail‑oriented individual;
• Highly motivated, strong sense of responsibility and excellent work ethic;
• Able to work independently or as part of a team;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Proven troubleshooting and technical support skills;
• Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time critical issues;
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).

• Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical or Mineral Processing degree (or equivalent) required;
• 2 to 5 years of laboratory and operations experience in process plants and testwork services;
• PEng or working towards PEng preferred.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per day;
• Ability to lift filled 20 litre containers (45 lb);
• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks.

• An estimated annual salary of $72,000 at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs).
• Additional vacation days for years of service;
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e‑learnings and more).

Please note:

Benefits vary based on employee status.

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