Senior Metallurgist, Accounting & Strategic Planning

First Quantum

Cobre Panama, Panama
Hybrid (10 days on-site, 4 days off)
8 years base metal processing experience
Extractive metallurgy or chemical engineering degree
Metallurgical accounting and mass balancing software
First Quantum is seeking a Senior Metallurgist for its Cobre Panama site, focusing on plant operation and metallurgical accounting. The role involves reporting, forecasting, and developing the skills of national team members in a hybrid work environment

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on providing critical operational data regarding plant recovery rates and material balances to drive decision-making.
  • Candidates must develop and train national direct reports while delivering accurate short and medium-term production forecasts.
  • This position requires strict adherence to HSE standards and environmental regulations within a remote site setting in Panama.

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First Quantum is seeking a Senior Metallurgist for its Cobre Panama site, focusing on plant operation and metallurgical accounting. The role involves reporting, forecasting, and developing the skills of national team members in a hybrid work environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8 years base metal processing experience
  • Extractive Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering degree
  • Metallurgical accounting and mass balancing software
  • Power consumption forecasting and analysis
  • Plant sampling and QA/QC management
  • Production planning and reconciliation reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Strong leadership and training capabilities
  • Ability to work in multi-cultural environment
  • Experience with new equipment integration
  • Fluency in English and Spanish
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years relevant work experience
  • Tertiary qualification in Extractive Metallurgy or related field
  • Proficiency in metallurgical accounting systems
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel, Power BI, and Minitab

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