Senior Metallurgist/Senior Process Engineer

Job Description

FIFO Shift Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off, 11-hour shifts

Job Description:
Based at Orano’s McClean Lake site, the Metallurgy Supervisor oversees the Metallurgical Lab and leads a team of Metallurgists and Technicians. This position combines technical expertise with people leadership to align daily lab operations with long-term mill objectives, ensuring safety, efficiency, and innovation. The role also provides cross-departmental technical support, validates reporting, and contributes to continuous improvement in metallurgical processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor Metallurgists and Technicians, providing feedback on tasks and objectives
• Manage the Metallurgical Lab, coordinating personnel and resources to meet deadlines
• Act as department lead in the absence of the Technical Superintendent
• Support Mill Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and Environment teams with timely technical input
• Lead validation of routine reporting and monthly management slide preparation
• Monitor mill performance and reagent consumption, proposing areas for improvement
• Attend operational and leadership meetings to ensure consistent communication across shifts
• Provide input into annual budgets and training needs for the department
• Drive departmental projects and collaborate with R&D for technical advancement
• Uphold Orano’s commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and ethical standards

Qualifications:

• Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Supervisory or team lead experience in a metallurgical or mineral processing environment
• Strong knowledge of mill processes, lab operations, and metallurgical testing
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and disciplines
• Commitment to safety and environmental best practices

Camp & Travel:

• Fly-in fly-out to McClean Lake site
• Camp accommodations and meals provided during rotation

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