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Mineral Processing Operator
Mineral processing operators use equipment to process
mineral ores until the final form is produced.
Mineral-bearing ore is subjected to various processes to
extract the minerals. The ore is first crushed, then
processing equipment such as screens, grinding mills, filters,
flotation cells, tanks and conveyors are used to extract
concentrated minerals. The minerals in their final form are
produced by smelting.
Mineral processing operators may perform the following
tasks:
- assemble and dismantle equipment and fittings in
ore-processing plants
- operate ore-crushing and screening plants using manual
and computer-based systems, conveyers, feeders,
weight-meters, roll mills, pumps, jigs, spirals and
flotation cells
- load, unload and store materials such as treatment
chemicals and tools
- mix ore-treating chemicals, catalysts and reagents
- clear blockages in materials-handling and transporting
equipment
- clean, wash and maintain equipment, and remove spillages
and rubbish
- maintain auxiliary systems, such as drainage,
fluids-pouring and conveyor-belt systems
- take samples of materials for testing
- use thickeners in the drying processes, pumping of
tailings and management of tailings dams and associated
raw-water systems.
Minerals processing operators can be involved in all
aspects of mineral processing, including sampling and
laboratory work. They are often located in remote areas and
working conditions may include dust, heat and noise. Mineral
processing operators work in teams, and shift work may be
involved.
Required Skills - Mineral Processing Operator
- enjoy practical and manual work
- physically fit
- resourceful
- mechanical aptitude
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