About the role
Metallurgy Superintendent | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Full-time
Catalyst Metals
Catalyst Metals Limited owns and operates the Plutonic Gold Mine, located in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation continues to expand underground, with several mining areas successfully transitioning from development into production.
Catalyst is committed to building a sustainable, long-life gold business, underpinned by disciplined technical planning, operational excellence, and a focus on continuous improvement.
Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: CYL), Catalyst Metals is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
About the Role
Reporting to the Process Manager, the Metallurgy Superintendent is responsible for leading the metallurgical function of the processing plant to maximise gold recovery, production performance and operational efficiency. In this key leadership role, you will provide technical direction to the Processing team, oversee metallurgical accounting and reporting and drive optimisation projects that enhance recovery, throughput and cost performance. Working collaboratively across Operations, Mining and Geology, you will champion continuous improvement initiatives that deliver sustainable value to the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead metallurgical activities to maximise gold recovery, plant performance and budgeted production outcomes.
- Monitor plant performance, operating parameters and reagent consumption to ensure targets and budgets are achieved.
- Manage metallurgical accounting, forecasting and reporting, maintaining high standards of accuracy and technical integrity.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to Metallurgy, Laboratory, Gold Room and Processing personnel, fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Identify, evaluate and deliver metallurgical optimisation projects that improve recovery, efficiency and cost performance.
- Manage metallurgical test work programs and provide technical input to mine planning, annual budgeting and life-of-mine planning.
- Oversee toll treatment campaigns and manage key metallurgy-related contracts and service providers.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Tertiary qualifications in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Minerals Processing or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in metallurgical operations, preferably within gold processing.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams.
- Western Australian Statutory Supervisor (Section 26) qualification.
- Current WA Manual Driver's Licence.
- Professional membership with AusIMM or an equivalent industry body, highly regarded.
- Western Australian Site Senior Executive (SSE) qualification, highly regarded.
Benefits
Why Catalyst?
- 8:6 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
- Health insurance eligibility
- Salary sacrifice options available including novating leasing, airport car parking and more
- Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
- Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate
- Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
- Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now.