Metallurgist

Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Limited, is developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mombasa. The Project is now funded and construction commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011. Production is scheduled to start during the second half of 2013.

Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community in which it operates and on attracting and developing good people. Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya since 1911 and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful development of the Project. Qualified candidates encouraged to apply.

Metallurgist Ref: HRPRO3/13

The purpose of this job is to identify discrepancies in sample results (HMC and Products), make adjustments and participate in special projects & test-work to improve final product quality and recovery.

Other duties include:
 Checking discrepancies in sample results (HMC and Products) and adjustments and changes in settings made.
 Conducting Plant Surveys for Final Product Recovery (HMC and Products)
 Monitoring of Integrity of Final Product Metal Accounting Data
 Executing Special Projects & Testwork.
 Ensuring Safety, Health & Environment Compliance

Essential:
 Degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering.
 At least 1 year’s experience in a related field.
 Knowledge in physics and chemistry.
 Knowledge of Production, processing and mining.
 Experience in Material Resources management.

Eligible applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae with a cover letter, copy of Identity Card, copies of qualifications and three traceable references for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, clearly marked “Application for Metallurgist” including the reference number to recruitment@basetitanium.com.
Applications must be received on or before 15th March 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.