Metallurgist

Simulus Laboratories provides batch and pilot plant testwork for process development across the full project lifecycle, from early concept through to feasibility. Since 2004, we have supported more than 75 companies across 25 countries, delivering innovative solutions for commodities including nickel, cobalt, copper, uranium, zinc, gold, and rare earths.

Part of Lifezone Metals (NYSE: LZM), Simulus specialises in hydrometallurgical process development and testing, combining laboratory, pilot plant and engineering expertise to support critical minerals projects globally.

We are seeking a Metallurgist to join our Welshpool laboratory team. This is a permanent Perth-based, non-FIFO role coordinating metallurgical testwork programs across a range of hydrometallurgical and mineral processing projects.

Working closely with clients, metallurgical technicians and senior metallurgists, you will analyse testwork results, support process development activities and contribute to technical solutions for projects around the world.

About the role

Reporting to the Metallurgy Manager, you will coordinate metallurgical testwork programs, ensuring work is delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with client requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate bench-scale metallurgical testwork programs to ensure safe, accurate and timely delivery.

• Liaise with clients regarding project requirements, progress and results.

• Review, analyse and interpret metallurgical test data, including mass balances and metallurgical calculations.

• Provide technical direction and support to Metallurgical Technicians.

• Prepare technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.

• Support the setup, operation and reporting of pilot plant programs.

• Support laboratory testwork activities as required.

• Maintain compliance with laboratory quality and safety standards.

About you

We are looking for a motivated and analytical metallurgist who enjoys solving technical challenges and working closely with clients and project teams.

You will have:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Metallurgical, Chemical or Minerals Processing), Bachelor of Science (Metallurgy), or an equivalent tertiary qualification in a related discipline.

• 3+ years' experience in metallurgy, mineral processing or metallurgical testwork.

• Experience analysing and interpreting metallurgical data and applying common mineral processing testwork methodologies.

• Experience preparing or contributing to technical reports and project deliverables.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and colleagues.

• A collaborative approach, strong accountability and a commitment to continuous learning.

• Hydrometallurgical experience is advantageous but not essential.

About Simulus Laboratories

Part of the Simulus Group, Simulus Laboratories provides batch and pilot plant testwork for new process development across the full project lifecycle - from early concept through to feasibility.

Since 2004, Simulus has supported more than 75 companies in over 25 countries, spanning commodities such as nickel, cobalt, copper, uranium, zinc, gold, and rare earths. With in-house laboratories, engineering expertise and proprietary technologies, we deliver practical, sustainable solutions for the global resources industry.

In 2023, Simulus was acquired by Lifezone Metals (NYSE: LZM) - a global developer of cleaner, lower-carbon hydrometallurgical technologies for critical minerals. This partnership strengthens our capability to deliver innovative process solutions and pilot-scale validation for projects worldwide.

Why join Simulus

Simulus offers a collaborative technical environment where metallurgists work on diverse hydrometallurgical and mineral processing projects across a range of commodities and jurisdictions.

Working closely with experienced metallurgists and engineers, you will gain exposure to client-facing project work, metallurgical testwork design, pilot plant programs, data analysis and technical reporting across a diverse range of global critical minerals projects.

Apply

If you are looking to advance your metallurgy career and contribute to innovative process development projects within a highly regarded technical team, we would love to hear from you.