Stephen M.

Experience

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  Konkola Copper Mines plc

  Apr 2008 - Aug 2013

  Recording and reporting of daily, weekly, monthly and annualmetallurgical production accounting report.Ensure secured storage of key metallurgical production data for easyretrieval and dissemination to other stakeholders in an accurate andtimely manner.Ensuring Process Plant production and quality targets are met and orexceededEffective Tracking of reagent and consumables ensuring suficientstocks for smooth Plant operations and cost control.Provision of all technical advice on plant operations for propermanagement planning and decision making. عرض أقل Ensure proper reagent mixing and dosage for efficient plantoperations.Carry out both laboratory and plant troubleshooting to investigateprocess efficiency hindrances.Planning and prioritizing of metallurgical laboratory jobs in order toserve and advise plant operatives most efficiently.Carrying out test works on new reagents before introduction at planttrial and coordinated the subsequent plants.Conducting process audits to ascertain compliance to set standardoperating procedures.Setting up, implementing and updating of Standard OperatingProcedures (SOPs). عرض أقل

  • Accounting Metallurgst-Tailing Leach Plant

    Apr 2011 - Aug 2013

  • Process Metallurgist

    Apr 2008 - Aug 2011
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  First Quantum Minerals

  Aug 2013 - Jan 2021

  This role involves:1. Optimize the flotation circuit with the best recovery at the bestconcentrate grade.2. Interacting with mining and geology departments on the planned feed ore characteristics and formulate the best operating strategy to archive desire results.3. Carrying out metallurgical test works aimed at addressing metallurgical challenges and enhancing circuit performance.4. Develop strategies for resolving Flotation bottlenecks and inefficiencies;5. Provide technical assistance to Process Plant operational crews for the optimization of the circuit;6. Work closely with Process Plant operational crews to optimize Flotation circuit performance;7. Monitor the performance of the shift staff and coach in addressing Flotation processing deficiencies;8. Provide Flotation specific advice and support to the shift staff;9. Ensure appropriate up skilling of shift staff in Flotation knowledge and application of such10. Support the implementation of quality control policies and procedures11. Mentor and assist staff to contribute to Flotation optimization projects within the Process Plant عرض أقل 1. Maintaining the operational integrity of the Reagents Section.2. Responsible for the allocation of adequate resources in order toachieve the shift production targets.3. Ensure safety and environmental issues in areas of responsibility areaddressed as per company policies and procedures.4. Ensure adherence and operate within all safety guidelines, Standard5. Operating Procedures and Quality control protocols.6. Make adjustments during the shift to ensure product productionwithin specification.7. Utilize plant assets and workforce to maintain production scheduleunder unforeseen labour shortages, breakdowns and raw materialshortages.8. Mentor and provide direction and guidance for subordinates todevelop their careers. عرض أقل

  • Plant Metallurgist-Sentinel Concerator

    Jul 2015 - Jan 2021

  • Shift Production Metallurgist-Kansanshi leach Plant

    Aug 2013 - Jul 2015
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  Ma'aden

  Jan 2021 - now

  Oversee and guide both metallurgical, Assay laboratory and operations teams to ensure efficient and safe plant operations.Principal contact person between and process plant and mining teams in coordinating crusher feed blending strategy and stockpiling.Area of responsibility: Crushing, Milling, Flotation, Acidulation, Pressure oxidation, CCDs, Neutralization, CIL and Tailing handling & Disposal.

  • Lead Metallurgist

    Sept 2022 - now

  • Hydrometallurgy Specialist

    Jan 2021 - Sept 2022