At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Responsibilities or duties

This role is for a metallurgist or related field who has worked with analysing and reporting process data in visible ways. He/She will be responsible for conducting daily plant performance analysis as well as creating tools/dashboard reports that assist in real time plant performance tracking. The metallurgist must be able to provide support to the wider process team to assist with pre and post benefit analysis on projects as well as be able to create data models.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.

• Develop reports using the current historian applications to track the performance of the process operation.
• Develop and maintain custom dashboard reports from company databases that drive process optimization and identification of opportunities for improvement.
• Refine and improve the performance of the reporting systems already in place.
• Support the Operations team in the fault-finding and troubleshooting.
• Ensure data accuracy in daily, weekly and monthly metal accounting reports.
• Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging process data to drive business improvement.
• Use of advanced statistical techniques and concepts in reporting (regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage)
• Keeping up to date with technical and industry developments.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering is preferred, but candidates with other related Bachelors or engineering fields can also apply.
• Knowledge of Metal accounting is an added advantage.
• Experience with Excel, Python, SQL, Power Bi and Osisoft PI system will be advantageous

All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).Advertise in Zambia

Experience needed

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in a Process plant environment is desired
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills
• Proven experience in data analysis and interpretation

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS

• Strong drive with a high level of ownership and personal accountability.
• Excellent cognitive, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrated discipline and perseverance to develop and execute medium- to long-term plans.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain self-discipline and focus in high-pressure and stressful environments.
• Demonstrates strong initiative and a clear commitment to continuous improvement.
• Self-assertive, confident, and decisive when required.
• Enthusiastic and proactive in approach and attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Flexible, with the capability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Committed to thinking and working safely at all times.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and availability to work overtime as operationally required.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to noise, dust, moving and mobile equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Sound understanding of cultural considerations, applicable legislation, company policies, and standard operating procedures.

• Develop reports using the current historian applications to track the performance of the process operation.
• Develop and maintain custom dashboard reports from company databases that drive process optimization and identification of opportunities for improvement.
• Refine and improve the performance of the reporting systems already in place.
• Support the Operations team in the fault-finding and troubleshooting.
• Ensure data accuracy in daily, weekly and monthly metal accounting reports.
• Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging process data to drive business improvement.
• Use of advanced statistical techniques and concepts in reporting (regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage)
• Keeping up to date with technical and industry developments.

• Excel
• Python
• SQL
• Power Bi
• Osisoft PI system
• Data analysis
• Data interpretation
• Problem-solving
• Statistical techniques
• Cognitive skills
• Analytical skills
• Critical-thinking skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering or related Bachelors or engineering fields
• Knowledge of Metal accounting is an added advantage
• Experience with Excel, Python, SQL, Power Bi and Osisoft PI system will be advantageous
• All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).