GateSource HR is partnering with a confidential client looking for a Principal Process Consultant – Mineral Processing to build and lead a high-impact, customer-facing consulting capability across the Americas.
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for a senior mineral processing professional who thrives in operating plants—working side-by-side with operators, diagnosing real performance constraints, and delivering practical, decision-grade improvement strategies. You will play a key role in shaping a process-first consulting offering focused on measurable plant performance improvements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead customer discovery to understand flowsheets, KPIs, constraints, and performance gaps
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Diagnose plant issues through on-site assessments, data analysis, and operator engagement
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Design and lead structured sampling and diagnostic campaigns (safe, disciplined, decision-grade)
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Translate findings into clear, implementable improvement recommendations
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Facilitate technical workshops with operators, site leadership, and senior stakeholders
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Coordinate internal technical capabilities including testwork programs and engineering studies
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Produce high-quality customer-facing technical reports in professional English
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Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure full site compliance
Requirements
Required Experience & Qualifications
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10+ years in mineral processing, metallurgy, or plant performance consulting
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Strong gravimetric circuit expertise (mandatory)
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Proven track record diagnosing plant issues and delivering performance improvements
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Experience leading sampling campaigns and converting data into decisions
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Excellent written and verbal English
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Willingness to travel extensively across the Americas
Nice-to-Have Skills
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Magnetic separation experience
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Flotation exposure
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Multi-site operational or consulting background
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Confidence presenting to senior technical and capital stakeholders
Why Consider This Role
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Exposure to multiple sites, commodities, and flowsheets
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Hands-on, plant-based consulting—not desk-only work
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Opportunity to build a strong personal reputation as a trusted technical advisor
