About the Role

We’re working with a Tier 1 mining client seeking an experienced Senior Plant Metallurgist to support its processing operations. This is a hands-on, site-based role, partnering with operators and the Process Engineering team to keep the plant running safely, reliably and efficiently.

You’ll spend much of your time in the field, monitoring plant performance, troubleshooting alongside operators and providing practical feedback to the Process Engineers, while contributing to weekly and monthly planning.

This is a great chance for someone who enjoys getting into the weeds at site, with an initial 3-month engagement and a view to permanent for the right fit.

Key Responsibilities

- Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput, recovery and stability
- Work alongside operators in the field to troubleshoot process issues and support day-to-day production
- Provide clear, data-driven feedback and recommendations to the Process Engineers
- Contribute to weekly and monthly production planning




- Support safe and compliant plant operation in line with site standards
- Identify and implement practical process improvement initiatives

About You

- Tertiary qualification in Chemical, Metallurgical or Mineral Processing Engineering
- Proven operational experience in mineral processing
- Hands-on, practical approach with a willingness to get out into the plant with operators
- Strong process monitoring, troubleshooting and data analysis skills
- Experience contributing to weekly and monthly production planning
- Explicit communicator who builds strong relationships with operators and engineering teams

What’s on Offer

- Senior, hands-on role at a Tier 1 operation
- 4:3 roster with periodic 7:7 swings
- Initial 3-month engagement with a view to permanent
- FIFO with flights, accommodation and meals provided on site
- Opportunity to deliver real impact at site level

📌 Senior Plant Metallurgist (Brisbane)
🏢 Xenco Services
📍 Brisbane