Cornish Lithium is an innovative British mineral exploration and development company focused on the responsible production of lithium and other critical minerals in Cornwall, UK.
Our purpose is to operate sustainable and commercially viable mineral extraction projects to the highest standards for health, safety and the environment. These minerals will contribute to UK and global carbon reduction targets through enabling clean growth and a transition to a green economy. For more information on the Company please visit www.cornishlithium.com
Cornish Lithium are seeking enthusiastic and collaborative Process Technicians to work at the Company’s flagship Hard Rock project near the village of St. Dennis, Cornwall. Reporting to the Senior Shift Lead Metallurgist, the role will involve operation, monitoring and sampling of the Trelavour Hard Rock Demonstration Facility to ensure process control and product quality are achieved.
The ideal candidate will have some experience of working in a relevant industry, and have excellent written and oral communication skills, as they will need to communicate successfully across all levels of the Company.
As a Process Engineering Technician your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Senior Shift Lead Metallurgist and Shift Metallurgist in the safe and effective operation of the demonstration plant, which will include shift work.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure the safe and correct operation of equipment.
Undertake routine sampling of selected streams as detailed by the sampling regime.
Undertake sample preparation and metallurgical analyses for process control.
We would welcome applicants with the following attributes:
At least three years’ experience working as a Process Technician
Sound knowledge of industrial machines and mechanical processes
A good standard of Maths and Science
Critical thinking skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication skills.
Self-starter
Ability to work on own initiative, pro-active.
Strong competence in IT
Valid UK Driving licence
Right to Work in the UK
Desirable factors:
Previous experience of chemical processing / engineering.
Previous experience of mining industry, specifically lithium processing.
Experience of SCADA systems.
Forklift/telehandler licence.
Salary and Hours
We will be offering a competitive salary for this role dependent on experience. With the following benefits:
Generous shift supplement
Elevated pension contributions (10% contribution from Cornish Lithium)
Life insurance/Income Protection
Income protection
Enhanced parental leave policies and sick pay
Opportunity to participate in the Group’s Electric Vehicle and Ride to Work Schemes
Eyecare voucher scheme
The role will be based at the Company’s Trelavour Hard Rock Project, St. Dennis, St. Austell, Cornwall. Annual leave comprises 25 days’ holiday per year pro rata, plus UK Bank Holidays. Successful applicants must be prepared to work a shift rota which will include 12.5 hour night/day shifts and weekend working. The closing date for applications is 25th October 2024.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and coming from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.
To apply, please go to our website – www.cornishlithium.com, select Contact, Careers, locate the position you are applying for and submit your Covering Letter/CV.