Job Description

Ivanplats is looking for a Metal Accountant REF:IVP-PLNT-01
IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this mine of the future. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.
Suitable candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• A BSc/B.Tech/B.Eng. Degree in Extraction Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering or NQF7 is essential.
• Grade 12 /NQF Level 4 is essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Valid South African Driving License.
• Based in Mokopane or willing to relocate

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Min 3+ years post qualification with proven PGM production plant experience as a metallurgist/ or junior metallurgist/ or metal accountant.
• Knowledge of metal accounting principles, practices and implementation (highly advantageous).
• Extensive knowledge and experience of mass and metal balancing, metal control for PGM and base metals (highly advantageous).
• Experience in process control, process information databases and metallurgical optimisation systems (advantageous).
• Proficient in metal accounting software, MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Your successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Manage the administration of metal accounting and sampling systems.
• Ensure timeous and accurate reporting of Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly, consolidated production and Metal Accounting reports.
• Perform reconciliations of mine gate to settlement point assay, moisture and weight.
• Manage metals settlement process with offtakers and external laboratories.
• Liaise and negotiate with offtakers on monthly settlement data and processes.
• Manage stock level control for ore sources, concentrate and consumables inventory.
• Routinely reconcile and report on the site water and energy balances.
• Ensure metal accounting systems and files are accurate and up to date for audits.
• Maintain the site process "data room", to ensure all critical process information and reporting is stored logically and securely.
• Co-ordinate the completion of loss tracking systems to ensure high integrity of production loss and asset performance reporting.
• Develop and maintain custom dashboard reports from company databases that drive process optimisation and identification of opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the Requests for Information (RFI) and Technical Query (TQ) process.
• Maintain high standards of metal accounting as per AMIRA and ISO codes.
• Ensure compliance to legal met-accounting requirements.
• Adhere to SHE and OHS principles.
• Ensure compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and standards.
• Apply the Ivanplats principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for your safety and others to ensure zero harm and the elimination of fatalities and loss-time Injuries in accordance with the Ivanplats Standards and Mine Health and Safety Act.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage the water treatment plant (check the water quality in the plant).
• Manage process monitoring equipment, calibrations and certifications.
• Validate data from smart sensors to ensure continuous uptime and functionality.
• Oversee the sampling and evaluation department.
• Perform quality assurance audits on reported assays, sample cutters, sample preparation; correct deviations and implement sustainable actions.
• Provide support to the technical and operational teams as and when required.
• Coordinate with different functional teams to implement models and monitor outcomes.
• Work closely with developers, testers and a variety of end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction.

Online applications are forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens.
NB: The subject line should clearly state the complete Job title and Reference Number.
Should you not hear from the company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful

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