Head of Department - Mineralogy
Core
Lead the technical coordination and daily operations of the Mineralogy division, ensuring high-quality data and reports for external clients and internal metallurgy/geochemistry teams.
Role type
Senior IC mineralogist (department head)
Builds
Production mineralogical data and technical reports
Domain
Mining / Mineralogy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
XRD operation, AUTOSEM operation, Optical Microscope operation, Carbon Coater operation, Quality control, Technical project management, Resource utilization, Client communication, Team supervision, CAPEX planning, Safety compliance
Preferred skills
Project management, Supervisory experience, Financial skills, Time management
Technologies
XRD, AUTOSEM, Optical Microscopes, Carbon Coater
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain mineralogical equipment with low downtime, coordinate technical projects for external clients and internal divisions, supervise human resources including training and recruitment, ensure quality control of data and reports, arrange technical talks, provide input for technical proposals and CAPEX needs, adhere to quality and safety requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities