Mintek Jobs – 11 August 2026

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Sourcing Specialist (6 months contract)

Listing reference: minte_000450

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 20 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Other: Banking, Finance, Insurance, Stockbroking

Location: Randburg

Contract: Temporary

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Specialist within the Finance Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for the procurement of goods and services through the RFP and RFI processes per the PFMA; PPPFA; B-BBEE Act; National Treasury regulations, circulars and practice notice; Mintek’s procurement policy and procedures. The candidate will monitor and enforce compliance with the procurement policy and procedures, procurement plans and initiatives in support of requirements.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Sourcing:

• Custodian of the tendering process.
• Assist in compiling the overall Procurement Plan for Mintek.
• Sourcing of goods and service in line with the Procurement Plan.
• Administering the RFI, RFP processes till completion.
• Provide input on tender specifications in line with best practice and legislation and ascertain the readiness of tender specifications for the market.
• Review all tender specifications for compliance with the procurement policy and procedures.
• Conduct market research to determine the availability of suppliers and commodities in line with specific tender requirements.
• Ensure all required approvals are sought throughout the lifecycle of the tender process.
• Advertisement of tenders in approved media sources. · Coordination and facilitation of tender briefing sessions.
• Oversee the evaluation, adjudication and award of tenders in line with legislative prescripts.
• Coordinate, facilitate and participate in the tender committees’ and keep records of meetings thereof. 
• Secretariat of the Bid Adjudication Committee.
• Keep and maintain an audit file for each tender.
• Oversee the procurement budget and promote long-term saving on procurement costs. 
• Identify and implement opportunities for strategic sourcing. ·
• Identify and implement opportunities for sourcing goods and services in line with preferential procurement targets and relevant legislation.

Policy & Compliance:

•  Procure goods and services in line with the government framework.
•  Keep abreast of changes in the legislative environment and propose amendments to the procurement policy and procedure to align.
• Review and update procurement policy and procedures for alignment with SCM best practice.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement alternative methods to increase efficiencies, product and process quality, reduce costs and improve overall service.
• Develop procurement strategies that are innovative and cost-effective.
• Monitor compliance of internal and external stakeholders with procurement policy, procedures and legislative framework.
• Identity risks threatening the effectiveness of the tendering process and recommend strategies to mitigate risks and give assurance that identified risks are effectively managed.

BBBEE: 

• Champion and facilitate initiatives to foster the development of new suppliers in line with the company’s BBBEE requirements and preferential procurement legislation.
• Manage the process of establishing suppliers for a panel of experts and general consumables following the SCM policy. 

Stakeholder Engagement:

• The central point of contact for all tender queries internally and externally. Guide end-users, SCM staff, and management and service providers on the tendering process.
• Build effective working relationships with internal customers, to enable Mintek to produce complete, accurate and relevant specifications to prepare requests for proposals across dedicated commodities.
• Integrate SCM best practice in divisional planning and operations. Engage internal and external auditors when required.

Continued Improvement: ·

• Participate in continuous professional development interventions to keep up with new technologies, sourcing best practices and procedures.
• Proactively support and initiate transformational initiatives to build procurement organisational capabilities and improve procurement efficiency. 
• Assist in scoping projet plams related to identified SCM interventions. 

Reporting: 

•  Compile the following monthly and quarterly reports: 
• Procurement Plan – Actual vs Planned 
•  Tender status 
•  Ad-hoc reports as requested by the Ad-hoc reports as requested by Head SCM and Divisional Manager.

Minimum requirements

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: 

 Min: 3 – 5 years in an SCM environment post internship in the following:

Sourcing Specialist 

Procurement Specialist

Tender Specialist/ Administrator 

Category Specialist 

Senior Technical Buyer 

RFI/RFP Specialist 

SCM Specialist 

Internal Auditor 

Sourcing/ Procurement Consultant 

• Ideal: 8 years in SCM or similar environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of public sector SCM practices, National Treasury SCM Regulations Practice Notes and Circulars, PFMA, PPPFA and BBBEEA.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Min: BCom/B-Tech in Supply Chain/Finance or equivalent qualification. 
• Ideal: Honours degree.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Project management.
• Should have good verbal communication.
• Must have good work ethics to maintain credibility of work.
• Be able to work in a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail, ability to follow up and take initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment
• Be able to work under pressure. 

Driver’s license

• Code 8

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Head: Leaching

Listing reference: minte_000449

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 September 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Head in the Leaching department of the Hydrometallurgy Division. The Head: Leaching will lead the execution of multiple highly complex assignments/projects that require high levels of integration and specialised knowledge and skills, as well as strong guidance to subordinates to deliver impact. Knowledge and expertise at this level allows the incumbent to be seen as a leading contributor and technical integrator across disciplines more than a single research field, makes decisions which have a major impact on the research direction and outcomes at national level.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS INDICATOR:

• Interpret the organizational strategy to ensure that research is aligned with the organizational strategic
  choices.
• Operational: Systems design with integration of multiple disciplines/processes
• Discoveries/Patents: Identify opportunities
• Prepare large funding proposals to attract funding from a variety of sources for highly complex projects.
• Ensure external revenue contribution to support activities of the research group.
• Analyse and manage coordinated research projects addressing complex and often unique problems that are encountered by the specific industry sector. This involves thoroughly assessing the problem and conceptualizing the research so that is adequately addresses the opportunity and that there is an adequate value proposition for delivering the research.
• Analyse, interpret and report on highly complex research outcomes and is regarded as a national expert in a broad field, or an international expert in a specialized field. This includes reports, publications, presentationsetc. at the level of national or international expert level.
• Management of large multiyear projects and programmes, including resource and execution planning.
• Responsible for technical signoff of the work of junior staff.
• Responsible for significant equipment / facilities.
• Work independently and provides instruction to junior staff. Receive no additional guidance and instruction
  on unusual and complex problems.
• Prepare reports, presentations and publications at the level of a national / international expert.
• Lead, guide, mentor and train staff and supervise post-graduate students.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of MSc or MEng
• Ideal: PhD in Extractive Metallurgy or in relevant scientific field relating to Hydrometallurgy Discipline
  (Engineering or Science).
• At least 8-10 years’ experience in the relevant field
• SACNASP or ECSA registered

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Internal Auditor

Listing reference: minte_000448

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 25 September 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Internal Auditing

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an Internal Auditor, the successful incumbent will be responsible to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services to Mintek in order to add value and improve Mintek’s operations. Also, assist Mintek accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

• Audit Planning and Execution: Plan and execute internal audit projects, including defining audit objectives, scope, approach and developing detailed audit programs and procedures tailored to the specific audit objectives, including risk assessment and internal controls. Participate in preliminary discussions to understand the business process, system or area being audited.
• Fieldwork Execution: Conduct audit fieldwork, gather and analyze data and evaluate internal controls to identify weaknesses and areas for improvements.
• Documentation: Prepare clear and concise audit working papers, documenting audit findings, conclusions and recommendations,
• Risk Assessment: Participate in risk assessment processes to identify key risks and controls within the organization.
• Reporting: Assist in preparing audit reports and presentations for management, summarizing audit findings and recommendations.
• Follow-up: Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and perform follow-up audits to ensure compliance.
• Compliance: Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the established internal audit standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to understand business processes, share audit findings and support the development of effective internal controls.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• B Degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or related field ().
• Ideal: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Charted Accountant CA(SA)
• Minimum of 3 years of internal auditing experience.
• Internal Audit related training.
• Completed SAICA Articles.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, and techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

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Audit Supervisor

Listing reference: minte_000447

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 25 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Internal Auditing

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for an Audit Supervisor within the Internal Audit function. The role provides essential support to the Head of Internal Audit in the delivery of independent, objective assurance and consulting services. The position is responsible for the effective planning, execution and supervision of audit engagements, as well as the coordination and optimal utilisation of audit resources to ensure that approved audit plans and objectives are achieved.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Planning

• Plan, resource and supervise delivery of assigned audit projects so that projects
  are delivered on time;

Supervision

• Review internal auditors’ work and internal audit files during and at the conclusion
  of audit assignments for quality assurance to ensure that audit work is in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards and Mintek Internal Audit methodology;
• Monitors workloads of all team members; adjusts and re-distributes assignments accordingly to promote work-life balance.

Execution

•  Undertake complex or sensitive audit work within projects;
• Ensure that all assignments are conducted in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and are in line with the annual plan
• Ensure that all audit-related documentation for defined projects meet IIA standards and Mintek Audit methodology;
• Conduct ad hoc investigations and assist in providing advisory services at management request and produce recommendations to ensure timely resolution of issues and/or business improvement

Reporting

• Provide regular feedback on progress of audit assignments to the auditees and the Head of Internal Audit;
• Compile list of findings, draft reports and final audit reports at the conclusion of audit assignments
• Prepare (or coordinates the preparation of) complex written documents and
  presentations.

Project Management

• Ensure that assigned audit work and that of internal auditors is in accordance with
  quality assurance standards.

Training

•  Assist in identifying staff development areas and recommending training programmes to ensure sustainable quality project delivery
• Ensure that adequate time and resources are available to support learning objectives of self and others

People management

•  Motivate and direct project team members so that they produce consistent, high
• quality performance, as well as monitor performance of project team members taking swift action when performance deviates from plan;
• Provide regular feedback and coaching to internal auditors on their performance, so that they maintain and develop skills and competence levels;
• Establish and communicate roles and expectations for staff at the start of the project; provide clear guidance and direction
• Address conflicts in a timely, sensitive manner; escalates to the Head of Internal Audit when appropriate.

Performance management

• Provide regular feedback to internal auditors on their performance, so that they
  maintain and develop skills and competence levels;
• Ensure that performance issues are addressed in a timely manner; counsel team
  members with performance issues.
• Provide timely, meaningful, constructive verbal and written feedback.

Coaching and Mentoring

• Maintain an open door policy for staff members to discuss their aspirational goals
  and how they might be achieved in line with Mintek’s coaching and mentoring
  policy.
• Serve as a resource when staff face an ethical or business conduct dilemma

Communication

• Communicate effectively at all levels including operational level, middle
  management, senior management and executive level.
• Present audit reports in the absence of the Head: Internal Audit.

Relationship management

• Build and maintain relationships with auditees.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Honours Degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or related field ().
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Charted Accountant CA(SA)
• Minimum of 5 years of auditing experience with 2 years at a Supervisory level.
• Internal Audit related training.
• Completed SAICA Articles.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, and techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

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Principal Mineral Economist

Listing reference: minte_000446

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 19 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Other: Mining

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Mineral Economist to be part of the strategic expansion of the Mineral Economics function. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a high-level mineral policy analysis, strategic advisory services, and evidence-based recommendations to support decision-making within Mintek, private industry, the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), think tanks, and other government departments. The role focuses on translating complex mineral sector dynamics into actionable policy insights, regulatory advice, and development strategies, with a specific emphasis on integrating Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASSM) considerations into mineral economics analysis. The incumbent will work closely with the Head: Mineral Economics and the ASSM unit to position Mintek as a trusted advisor on mineral policy, beneficiation, sustainable resource governance, and the formalisation and development of the ASM sector.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Policy Analysis and Advisory

• Conduct in depth analysis of domestic and international mineral policies, regulatory frameworks, and legislative developments affecting the mining sector.
• Provide expert advisory support to the DMPR, the dtic, National Treasury, and provincial governments on mineral policy formulation, investment facilitation, and local beneficiation.
• Prepare policy briefs, position papers, and discussion documents on topics such as critical minerals strategy, just energy transition, mining fiscal regimes, and community development.
• Assess the socio-economic and industrial implications of proposed mineral policies and regulations.

ASM Integration and Support

• Analyse policy, regulatory, and economic barriers to the formalisation and sustainable development of the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining sector in South Africa and the region.
• Provide economic and policy advice to the ASSM unit to strengthen its training programmes, Centre of Excellence proposals, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Contribute to the development of ASM-specific market intelligence, value chain studies, and socio-economic impact assessments.
• Support the ASSM unit in identifying funding opportunities, donor partnerships, and revenue streams aligned with the ASSM Sustainability Strategy.

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation

• Engage with senior officials in government, state-owned enterprises, industry associations (e.g., Minerals Council), civil society, and multilateral agencies (e.g., World Bank, AU, SADC) on mineral policy matters.
• Represent Mintek at policy dialogues, parliamentary briefings, inter-departmental task teams, and international forums.
• Build and maintain a network of policy makers, regulators, and thought leaders in the mineral economics space.

Research and Knowledge Production

• Lead research projects on mineral policy effectiveness, value chain localisation, regional integration, sustainable development, and the economic contribution of ASM .
• Produce flagship reports, policy notes, and journal articles that enhance Mintek’s visibility as a centre of excellence in mineral policy and ASM economics.
• Synthesise complex economic and legal information into clear, actionable recommendations for non-specialist audiences, including ASM communities.

Support to Internal and External Clients

• Provide policy and regulatory guidance to Mintek’s technical divisions to align their R&D with national priorities and market realities, including ASM-appropriate technologies.
• Advise private sector clients (mining companies, industry bodies, ASM cooperatives) on policy risks, compliance, and strategic positioning, and formalization pathways.
• Contribute to donor-funded projects and technical assistance programmes by delivering policy-relevant components and ASM-focused components.

Strategic Contribution

• Assist the Head: Mineral Economics and the ASSM unit in developing the section’s long-term strategy, particularly the policy advisory revenue stream and ASM formalization initiatives.
• Identify emerging policy issues (e.g., carbon border adjustments, ESG standards, artisanal mining regulation, child labour, mercury use) and develop Mintek’s response.
• Contribute to the design of training programmes and capacity-building workshops for government officials, industry stakeholders, and ASM operators.

Governance and Risk Management

• Adhere to all Mintek’s policies and ethics.
• Ensure technical sign-off of policy reports, economic models, and ASM-related publications.

Relationship Management and Reporting

• Engage with key stakeholders: government departments (DMPR, DTIC, DSTI, National Treasury), state-owned enterprises (IDC, Transnet), industry bodies (Minerals Council), development finance institutions, universities, and think tanks, and ASM associations.
• Report on all research, advisory, and ASM-related activities of the Division.

Minimum requirements

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum: PhD in Mineral Policy, Mineral Economics, Economics, Environmental Policy, Law and Development, Public Policy, or a closely related field.
• Experience: 5–10 years of relevant experience in mineral policy analysis, regulatory advisory, or economic development, with a proven track record of engaging government and industry at senior levels.
• Demonstrated ability to produce policy briefs, discussion papers, or peer-reviewed publications on mineral related topics.
• Experience working with or advising government departments (e.g., DMPR, dtic, National Treasury) or international development agencies is highly desirable.
• A strong understanding of South Africa’s mineral policy landscape, including the Mining Charter, Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA), beneficiation strategy, and Just Energy Transition framework.

Nature of Experience:

• Policy research and analysis.
• Stakeholder engagement and facilitation.
• Project management and multi-stakeholder coordination.
• Familiarity with fiscal and legal aspects of mining (e.g., royalties, licensing, environmental regulations) is an advantage.
• Report writing and publication of flagship products (e.g., “State of Mining in South Africa”).
• Stakeholder engagement at senior government and industry levels.

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Engineer: Flotation

Listing reference: minte_000445

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 14 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job category: Mining

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an Engineer: Flotation position within the Mineral Processing Division (MPD). The successful incumbent will conduct basic technical tasks without direct supervision within a single field of research, provide data that is accurate and ensure compliance with document control and document management processes for simple projects. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.

Job description

Job Description

Key Performance Indicators: 

Financial sustainability

• Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision, including Open Call proposals.

Execution, People and Planning

• Perform routine scientific and engineering research using standard methods, procedures and equipment. Act 
  as Principal investigators on such projects.
• Perform complex scientific and engineering research under supervision.
• Design, operate and oversee discipline specific experimental work and ensure that procedures are complied with, and quality control and continual improvement are applied.
• Collect and interpret data at a quantitative and qualitative level using discipline specific standard methodologies and procedures. Including the preparation of analytical and descriptive narratives. Ensure that the interpretation is based on sound scientific / engineering theory.
• Plan and manage projects to ensure efficient use of time, equipment and facilities, including coordinating with others.

Governance and Risk Management

• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promote continual improvement in the workplace, adhere to and enforce all SHEQ requirements.
• Ensure that the project team understands and adheres to all SHEQ requirements.
• As Principal Investigator responsible for the assessment and management of all risks at a project level.
• May be responsible for equipment / facilities.

Relationship Management and Reporting

• Present at local conferences and publish conference papers, journal papers.

Interactions

• Interaction with staff in own division, across other divisions to head level; suppliers and vendors (engineers), 
  clients/collaborators at technical level.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum: Bsc. Hons or 4 year Engineering degree
• Ideal: MSc, MEng (NB: other lower degrees, must atatin the minimum requirement to stay in this position)
• 1 -2 years vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hons/BEng)
• Must have 2 – 3 years Communition and Flotation experience

Behavioral Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.

Minimum requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum: Bsc. Hons or 4-year Engineering degree
• Ideal: MSc, MEng (NB: other lower degrees, must atatin the minimum requirement to stay in this position)
• 1 -2 years vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hons/BEng)
• Must have 2- 3 years Communition and Flotation experience

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Senior Engineer – MPD

Listing reference: minte_000443

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 31 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Other: Mining

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer. The Mineral Processing Division is seeking for an incumbent who will be responsible for executing and managing commercial projects, writing journal and conference papers.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

•  Design, plan, conduct and co-ordinate research projects.
• Execute metallurgical test work.
• Interact with stakeholders (researchers and clients) at a technical level.
• Manage and control finances of the research and commercial projects.
• Undertake and co-ordinate test work and communicate results to relevant stakeholders (government (e.g. MTEF), researchers (e.g. EU) and clients that are funding the project work.
• Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of subordinate staff, to ensure that service of a high standard is rendered to clients, at full cost recovery.
• Provide technical and practical guidance in the execution of experiments. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in physical separation studies/projects is a necessity.
•  Experience in research and development of physical separation projects is a requirement.
• Willingness to study, grow and be an expert in the field.
• Team player who enjoys variation in tasks and has a passion for minerals processing. 
• An affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects is essential. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must possess an MSc (Eng) degree in Chemical/Metallurgical engineering. PhD will be an advantage.
• Professional registration and voluntary association membership will be an advantage. 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally

Minimum requirements

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in physical separation studies/projects is a necessity.
• Experience in research and development of physical separation projects is a requirement.
• Willingness to study, grow and be an expert in the field.
• Team player who enjoys variation in tasks and has a passion for minerals processing.
• An affinity for planning and conducting new and innovative projects is essential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess an MSc (Eng) degree in Chemical/Metallurgical engineering. PhD will be an advantage.
• Professional registration and voluntary association membership will be an advantage.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cope in a stressful and demanding environment.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Chemical Engineering

Listing reference: minte_000441

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 14 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Laboratory Work

Location: Randburg

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Chemical Engineering. The candidate will be responsible for conducting research in chemical and biological percolation leaching, contributing to the development and optimisation of innovative metallurgical processes for the treatment of low-grade ores and mine wastes. Working within a multidisciplinary research team, the candidate will undertake experimental and theoretical studies to improve process understanding, support the development of predictive models, and contribute to technology development and scale-up.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:            

• Conduct experimental and theoretical research on percolation leaching processes (heap and vat leaching), including hydrodynamics, mass transfer and reaction kinetics.
• Design, execute and interpret laboratory-scale test work to improve process understanding and support technology development.
  Contribute innovative ideas and methodologies to advance percolation leaching and biometallurgical processes.
• Analyse experimental data and contribute to process modelling, prediction and optimisation of leaching performance.
• Prepare research proposals and contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations and intellectual property development.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to collaborative research programmes.
  Plan and manage research activities in compliance with SHEQ requirements.

APPLICATIONS

• Comprehensive curriculum vitae, including academic records, research experience, publications and R&D outputs.
• Copy of doctoral certificate (or letter from the university confirming meeting of Ph.D. requirements).
• Cover letter motivating the application.
• Two (2) reference/support letters (one must be from the Ph.D. supervisor).

GRADE: AO3, SALARY PACKAGE: Negotiable

Successful candidates must arrange their own accommodation close to Mintek, and must make their own travel arrangements to get to Mintek. Candidates must be willing to undergo psychometric testing.

Should you not hear from us within one (1) month of the closing date, consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mintek is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of occupational categories.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with a BSc(Eng) or BEng undergraduate degree (final thesis corrections accepted). 
• Demonstrated experience in hydrometallurgy.
• Sound understanding of fluid flow, mass transfer and reaction kinetics in heterogeneous systems.
• Experience in percolation leaching (heap or VAT leaching) or biometallurgy will be advantageous.
• Experience in process modelling, machine learning or data-driven modelling will be advantageous.
• A publication record in peer-reviewed journals would be beneficial.
  

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
• Passion for research, technology development, and technology transfer.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Bioinformatics

Listing reference: minte_000440

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 14 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Laboratory Work

Location: Randburg

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Bioinformatics. The candidate will be responsible for providing bioinformatics and computational biology expertise to support research on bioleaching and biological sulfate-reducing systems. Working within a multidisciplinary research team, the candidate will analyse and integrate molecular, microbiological and metallurgical data to improve process understanding and support technology development.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:            

• Develop and apply bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of 16S rRNA gene, metagenomic and whole-genome sequencing data.
• Develop, validate and implement new analytical methods, workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Integrate molecular, microbiological and process data to support research and technology development.
• Contribute innovative ideas, research proposals and technical solutions to advance the division’s research programmes.
• Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations and collaborative research initiatives.
• Mentor postgraduate students and junior researchers and support the development of bioinformatics capability within the division.
• Plan and manage research activities in compliance with SHEQ and good research and data management practices.

APPLICATIONS

• Comprehensive curriculum vitae, including academic records, research experience, publications and R&D outputs.
• Copy of doctoral certificate (or letter from the university confirming meeting of Ph.D. requirements).
• Cover letter motivating the application.
• Two (2) reference/support letters (one must be from the Ph.D. supervisor).

GRADE: AO3, SALARY PACKAGE: Negotiable

Successful candidates must arrange their own accommodation close to Mintek, and must make their own travel arrangements to get to Mintek. Candidates must be willing to undergo psychometric testing.

Should you not hear from us within one (1) month of the closing date, consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mintek is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of occupational categories.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or related discipline (final thesis corrections accepted).
• Demonstrated experience in bioinformatics and computational analysis of omics datasets.
• Experience with bioinformatics pipelines and workflow management tools (e.g. Nextflow or similar).
• Knowledge of microbial ecology, metagenomics and genomics.
• Foundation in biostatistics and data analysis.
• Understanding of molecular biology techniques and sequencing technologies.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Team player who enjoys variety and has a strong affinity for planning and executing new and high impact research.
• Passion for research, technology development, and technology transfer.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally.

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We wish you all the best with your applications