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Metallurgist / Process Engineer

Employer
CHIFENG LXML
Location
Laos (LA)
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 23, 2022

Chifeng Gold’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited (LXML) operates the Sepon Gold and Copper Operation, located in Vilabouly District, Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR. Since operations commenced in 2003, LXML Sepon has produced over one million tonnes of copper cathode and over 1.2 million ounces of gold doré. With the transition from a copper-focused operation to a gold-focused operation completed in 2020, LXML is now positioning itself for future growth. With a strong pipeline of capital improvement projects, a ramp up in exploration, and merger and acquisition activity underway, the future for LXML and the Sepon operation is unlimited in potential and opportunity.

There are multiple roles at varying levels of experience for Metallurgists / Processing Engineers in the Technical section of the Processing Department. The Technical section provides strategic direction for the safe and efficient operation of the Primary Gold, Oxide Gold and Copper Hydromet processing plants. Lao nationals with the necessary qualifications as well as experienced expatriates are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities of the technical section include:

  • Developing production budgets, forecasts, and plans.
  • Developing operating strategies for safe and efficient operation of the processing plants to ensure delivery of budgets, forecast and plans.
  • Measuring compliance to plan and performance against key performance indicators.
  • Reagent management, control, and optimization.
  • Metallurgical accounting, production, and cost reporting.
  • Identifying and executing improvement initiatives focused on safety, volume, and cost through LXML’s Operational Excellence program.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Tertiary degree in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering.
  • Experience in Geometallurgy is desired but not essential.
  • Experience with OSI Soft PI is desired but not essential.
  • Experience with Courier OSA is desired but not essential.
  • Prior experience in pressure oxidation would be highly regarded.

An attractive salary package, including a performance-based incentives and other benefits are on offer for this role.  This is a great opportunity to join an existing world class mining operation and contribute towards the ongoing development of the biggest and best mining company in the Lao PDR.

To express your interest in this role, please submit your updated CV and Cover Letter to Recruitment@LXML.LA.  Indicate on the subject line of the email: Application for (Position title), (First and Last Name) before the closing date. Interviews will be conducted as CV’s are received; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Phonsinuan Village, P.O. Box 4486, Vientiane, Lao PDR Tel:  +856 21 268 200

 Nalao Village, Kaisone District, Savannakhet Tel:  +856 41 212686

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