Metallurgist & Process Technician | Gold Mining
Immediate Start | North Queensland | 8/6 & 7/7 Rosters

Sabre Engineering Services is seeking experienced Metallurgists and Process Technicians for immediate opportunities at an established gold mining and processing operation in North Queensland, within the broader Townsville region.
We are looking for motivated, hands-on professionals who understand mineral processing operations and can contribute to safe, efficient plant performance.
Whether you are an experienced Metallurgist focused on process optimisation or a Process Technician with practical plant experience, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunities Metallurgist
Working closely with processing and operational teams, you will support metallurgical performance, recovery and continuous improvement across an operating gold processing plant.
Key responsibilities include:

- Monitoring and analysing metallurgical performance, gold recovery and plant throughput.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processing efficiency and recovery.
- Investigating process variations and supporting plant troubleshooting.
- Reviewing sampling results, metallurgical data and production performance.
- Supporting metallurgical test work, reporting and process improvement initiatives.
- Working alongside operators and supervisors to maintain safe, reliable plant performance.

Process Technician
You will work alongside the processing and metallurgical teams, supporting day-to-day operations through sampling, monitoring, testing and accurate reporting.
Key responsibilities include:

- Conducting routine process sampling, testing and monitoring.
- Collecting and recording accurate plant performance data.
- Monitoring processing parameters and identifying operational abnormalities.
- Assisting with metallurgical test work and process investigations.
- Supporting troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.




- Maintaining accurate records and following site safety and operating procedures.

What We're Looking For For Metallurgists:

- Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Minerals Processing or a related discipline.
- Previous experience within an operating mineral processing plant.
- Strong understanding of metallurgical performance, recovery and process optimisation.
- Gold processing experience will be highly regarded.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

For Process Technicians:

- Previous experience in mineral processing, metallurgical testing or a similar operational role.
- Practical knowledge of process sampling, testing and plant monitoring.
- Experience working within an operating processing plant, ideally gold.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively with processing and technical teams.

Roster & Location
- Location: North Queensland, within the broader Townsville region.
- Rosters: 8 days on / 6 days off or 7 days on / 7 days off, depending on crew allocation.
- Shift Requirements: The 7/7 roster may include night shifts depending on operational requirements.
- Commencement: Immediate start for suitable candidates.

Applicants must be willing to work a site-based rotating roster and meet the required site medical and onboarding requirements.
Why Apply?

- Opportunity to work at an established gold processing operation.
- Structured rosters providing regular time off.
- Work alongside experienced processing and technical teams.
- Contribute to operational performance and continuous improvement.
- Immediate opportunities for suitably experienced candidates.

Apply Now If you have experience in metallurgy or mineral processing and are available for an immediate start, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now with your current CV, clearly indicating whether you are applying for the Metallurgist or Process Technician position.
Suitable applicants will be contacted by Sabre Engineering Services to discuss the chance, roster arrangements and next steps.

📌 Process Technician, Processing Planner, Metallurgical Technician, Senior Plant (Townsville)
🏢 Sabre Engineering Services
📍 Townsville