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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Senior Hydrométallurgiste

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeQuébec City, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, mining engineering, materials engineering, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent.
  • Eight to ten years of prior professional experience in a minerals-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Prior experience in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, or gold extraction, including process flowsheet development, bench-scale testing, and pilot-plant programs.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience supervising technical teams.
  • Experience with financial and budget responsibilities.
  • Above-average verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and composition.
  • Ability to write complex technical reports.
  • Ability to manage technical personnel and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
  • Ability to use various computer and enterprise software and information-management applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to comply fully with the company's health and safety, integrity code, and professional conduct policies.
  • Candidates applying for jobs in Canada must be authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Establish methods and procedures for completing assigned work schedules and coordinate work activities with other project managers, metallurgists, engineers, and technical staff.
  • Establish and understand client needs and objectives for successful projects or campaigns.
  • Prepare technical and financial project proposals.
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate the work necessary to execute projects or campaigns.
  • Implement project-management methodologies for planning and controlling projects or pilot-plant campaigns.
  • Communicate regularly with clients, peers, and subordinates involved in each program.
  • Prepare interim and final technical reports as needed.
  • Control project budgets and prepare project billing information as needed.
  • Coordinate and supervise the setup of machinery and equipment for laboratory and pilot-plant circuits.
  • Plan and coordinate pilot-plant projects, including risk assessments, technical protocols, sample planning, and technical training for technicians.
  • Review equipment for health and safety standards.
  • Train personnel in job duties, safety procedures, and company policies.
  • Promote a team environment among staff.
  • Ensure staff training needs are met and maintain a motivated workforce.
  • Set objectives and review employees' work performance and training needs.
  • Constructively resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and the quality of results.
  • Comply with health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations at all times.
  • Travel off site for projects and work extended hours on site or off site as needed.
  • Travel to other SGS metallurgical laboratories in Canada or abroad for short- or long-term assignments as part of a strategic initiative.
  • Take on and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.
  • Ensure full compliance with company health and safety, integrity code, and professional conduct policies.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a consulting or plant-operations role is an asset.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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