Mineral Processor job at Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC)

Vacancy title:
Mineral Processor

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Construction, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC)

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 9 2025

Duty Station:
Amber House, 2nd Floor, A201, Plot 29/33 Kampala Road, P.O. Box 7270 Kampala | Kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

• Reference Number: UNMC-2025-FE-03-02


• Number of Vacancies: Not specified (assumed 1, based on similar UNMC postings)

Role Overview:
The Mineral Processor is responsible for conducting assessments related to the processing and beneficiation of minerals. This role supports various study phases, including due diligence, scoping, and feasibility studies, to enhance the value of extracted minerals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments for mineral processing and beneficiation to support project phases.


• Develop and optimize processing techniques to improve mineral recovery and quality.


• Collaborate with geologists and mining engineers to ensure efficient processing workflows.


• Monitor and evaluate the performance of processing plants and recommend improvements.


• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards during mineral processing.


• Prepare technical reports on processing activities and outcomes.


• Support feasibility studies for new mineral processing projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.


• At least 3 years of experience in mineral processing or a related field.


• Knowledge of processing techniques, equipment, and industry standards.


• Experience with feasibility studies and due diligence in the mining sector.

Competencies and Skills:

• Analytical and technical expertise in mineral processing.


• Problem-solving and innovation in processing techniques.


• Attention to detail and quality control.


• Collaboration and communication skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure:

• Uganda National Mining Company (Unmc)


• External Advert


• The Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC) was established under the Mining and Minerals Act, 2022 (Act No.25 of 2022) and incorporated under the Companies Act 2012 (Act No.1 of 2012). UNMC is a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda.


• The overall function of UNMC is to manage the commercial holding and participating interests of the State in the mining and mineral industry to ensure that the country obtains optimal value from its mineral resources.


• UNMC now seeks to recruit critical staff that will play a key role in ensuring that the Company achieves its vision of a sustainable and profitable world-class mining and minerals company creating value for its shareholders. The positions include:


• Applicants should visit the UNMC website at unmc.go.ug or the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development website www.memde.go.ug to view the detailed job description, select and apply for the job of choice, and submit applications through the online application system https://bit.ly/UNMCJobs not later than Friday, 9th May 2025 at 17:00pm. Only applications received online will be accepted.


• Applicants are required to attach CERTIFIED copies of the required academic documents. (Note that the academic documents should be certified by the awarding local institutions while awards by foreign institutions should be certified by the foreign institution or a duly authorized Certification body of that country.)


• All applicants must attach soft copies of relevant motivation letter, CV and academic transcripts in Word and PDF formats only.


• Applications without Certified academic documents will not be considered.


• UNMC offers a highly dynamic work environment and provides competitive and attractive benefits.


• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted, and any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.


• Amber House, 2nd Floor, A201, Plot 29/33 Kampala Road, P.O. Box 7270 Kampala, Tel: +256 414 340596, Email: unmc@minerals.go.ug