Chief Technical Officer (Metallurgy / Processing / Tailings) South America

Lead the development and optimization of metallurgical flowsheets for gold recovery from tailings, including CIL, CIP, and Heap Leach processes. Design and oversee metallurgical test work programs, laboratory campaigns, and pilot plant studies to validate recovery strategies. Optimize gold recovery, reagent consumption, and overall plant performance through continuous technical evaluation and process improvements. Provide technical oversight and mentorship to process engineering and metallurgical teams responsible for plant design, optimization, and operations. Deliver metallurgical expertise during feasibility studies, engineering design, construction, commissioning, and ramp-up phases. Support technical due diligence and evaluation of new tailings retreatment opportunities, including resource characterization and processing suitability. Ensure compliance with cyanide management codes, environmental regulations, and best industry practices. Drive innovation and adoption of emerging technologies for the processing of low-grade and complex tailings resources.