WHAT IS ON OFFER
Are you a senior technical specialist looking to drive real innovation in a globally recognized, expanding business?
Due to significant growth and continued investment into our technical capabilities across Alfred H Knight, we are excited to expand our Truro, Cornwall team with a brand-new Senior Metallurgist position.
This is a high-impact, influential role within our specialist Mineral Processing unit. Reporting directly to the Principal Metallurgist, you won't just be running routine tests—you will actively shape and scope testing campaigns, direct studies, lead pilot plant operations, and pioneer new commercial services.
Why Join Us in Truro?
- Investment & Growth: You'll be joining an expanding team backed by ongoing investment in modern lab technology, facilities, and R&D.
- Technical Ownership: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team while serving as a key senior technical advisor to global client management teams.
- Lifestyle & Location: Based in the heart of Cornwall, this role offers the perfect balance of a high-impact technical career alongside an unbeatable coastal quality of life.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Strong understanding of mineral processing and metallurgical principles.
- Ability to conceptualise and design complex metallurgical testwork programs and multi-disciplinary campaigns.
- Competent in contract negotiations, project scoping, proposal writing, and direct client management.
- Proven ability to provide technical leadership within a laboratory setting, driving testing forward while ensuringquality and safety standards.
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both colleagues and clients to support project delivery
Required Competencies
- Skilled at delivering clear instructions to colleagues and concise summaries of testing progress and outcomes.
- Effective at balancing multiple project priorities, assessing resource needs, and hitting tight deadlines.
- Self-directed and able to work independently while collaborating effectively and mentoring team members.
- Proficient with MS Office and Google Suite for data entry, calculations, and technical analysis.
Required Work Experience
- Practical experience in laboratory operations, testwork design, data interpretation, and managing testwork programmes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BSc) or higher (or equivalent) in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific/engineering discipline (essential).
- Active membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IOM3, AusIMM, IChemE) (desirable).
- Qualified Person (QP) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or actively working towards (desirable)
Travel
- Occasional international or domestic travel may be required depending on business and project needs.
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of mineral processing and metallurgical principles
- Ability to design complex metallurgical testwork programs and multidisciplinary campaigns
- Competence in contract negotiations, project scoping, proposal writing, and direct client management
- Technical leadership experience in a laboratory setting, including quality and safety oversight
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to colleagues and clients
- Experience delivering instructions, testing updates, and outcome summaries
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, resources, and deadlines
- Ability to work independently, collaborate, and mentor team members
- Proficiency with MS Office and Google Suite
- Practical experience in laboratory operations, testwork design, data interpretation, and testwork program management
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline
- Active membership in a relevant professional body such as IOM3, AusIMM, or IChemE
- Qualified Person or Chartered Engineer status, or active progress toward qualification
What We Do
Alfred H Knight is a leading global provider of independent inspection, analytical, and technical consultancy services. With over 140 years of experience, the company serves the metals, minerals, solid fuels, and agricultural industries, ensuring accurate and reliable results through a global network of strategically located laboratories and inspectors across more than 45 countries.
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