Mining, Metallurgy

List of positions in the Mining, Metallurgy category and their job descriptions

Iron founder

• Fabricating models serving as a model for the production of castings.
• Fabricating one-time and permanent founding forms.
• Operating smelting machines and equipment in order to melt the metal to the desired temperature.
• Fabricating components with complex shapes and semi-finished products by casting molten metal into sand, ceramic and metal moulds.
• Removing the rough castings from moulds after cooling.
• Removing the residues of moulding material from the surface of rough castings.
• Grinding, sanding or other processing of rough castings.

Metallurgist

• Producing pig iron, steel and nonferrous metals.
• Operating machinery and equipment preparing ore for further processing.
• Compiling batches and their charging into the smelter.
• Operating equipment for the production of pig iron, steel and nonferrous metals.
• Reviewing the course of the melting process.
• Cleaning, treating and maintaining machinery and equipment in working order.

1,447 - 3,528 USD

Metallurgy Engineer

• Developing new and improving existing methods of extracting metals.
• Developing new and improving existing metals and alloys.
• Sampling ores and subjecting them to laboratory analyses.
• Examining the structure of metals and their physical properties.
• Finding a use for steel scrap and lower grade ores.

1,096 - 2,799 USD

Miner

• Changing into work clothing, accepting protective gear, headlamps and protective devices before the shift.
• Handing over personal metal signs to dispatchers before descending into the mine.
• Descending underground using the mine elevator.
• Using an electric mine train and walking to the mining field.
• Mining mineral raw materials by means of mechanical equipment and tools.
• Completing a thorough physical examination before leaving the mine (in case of mining precious metals, stones, etc.).

Mining Engineer

• Conducting feasibility studies and environmental assessments for mining projects.
• Designing and planning mining operations, including the selection of equipment and technology.
• Overseeing the extraction process to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Collaborating with geologists to evaluate mineral deposits and resource potential.
• Implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental policies and practices.
• Analyzing data to improve operational processes and reduce costs.
• Managing teams of technicians and workers to ensure project completion within deadlines.
• Preparing technical reports and presentations for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations affecting mining operations.
• Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international mining laws and regulations.
• Participating in community engagement initiatives related to mining activities.
• Providing training and support to junior engineers and other staff members.
• Troubleshooting operational issues and developing solutions to enhance productivity.
• Coordinating with other departments, such as finance and logistics, to align project goals.
• Evaluating the performance of mining equipment and recommending upgrades or replacements.

1,591 - 3,941 USD

Mining Technician

• Participating in the search for new deposits.
• Measuring the amount of air in mine tunnels.
• Participating in designing and installing mine ventilation systems.
• Taking samples of air and their laboratory analysing for the presence of methane and other toxic gases.
• Obtaining information by means of physicochemical tests and by observing the mining operations.
• Issuing warnings about the dangers of entering the selected areas in the mine.
• Communicating with the mine workers on the working conditions.

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