Industrial Process Optimization Leader

1 month ago


St Austell, Cornwall, United Kingdom Imerys Full time

About Imerys British Lithium

We are a pioneering company developing unique, patented technology for the sustainable recovery of battery-grade lithium carbonate from micaceous granite.

Our goal is to build the world's first integrated lithium mine, beneficiation plant and refinery producing 20,000 tpa of lithium carbonate, enough to support production in the UK of 350,000 electric vehicles per year.

Imerys British Lithium operates a state-of-the-art pilot plant, built to develop our LiMica-Sep and Li-Sep technologies for the sustainable extraction of lithium from micaceous granite. Our capabilities involve a wide range of process technologies, such as mineral beneficiation, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, precipitation, crystallization, and ion exchange, at both the laboratory and industrial scales.

The Role: Industrial Process Optimization Leader

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Process Optimization Leader to join our team. This role will be instrumental in the delivery of our plan to develop a full-scale integrated open-pit mine, concentrator and refinery to produce battery-grade lithium for the growing electric vehicle industry in the UK and Europe.

You will lead our efforts in optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. You will work closely with our technical teams to validate process technology and ensure seamless integration with existing operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your expertise in process optimization to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity
  • Collaborate with technical teams to validate process technology and integrate it with existing operations
  • Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks, ensure compliance, and maintain high-quality standards
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development
  • Participate in capital expenditure decisions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and strategic alignment

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in process engineering, with a strong background in optimization, design, and implementation
  • Demonstrable experience in leading cross-functional teams, driving projects, and achieving results-oriented goals
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with common plant operations & maintenance software, such as MaintainX, Enablon, and SAP

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: £90,000 - £110,000 per annum
  • Bonus package based on performance and company success
  • Pension plan, life assurance, and company sick pay
  • Generous holiday allowance, including bank holidays (25 days +)
  • Cycle-to-work scheme and discounts on external retailers
  • Virtual GP, flu, and eye care vouchers, plus enhanced family-friendly policies

Estimated Salary Range: £90,000 - £110,000 per annum



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