Graduate Metallurgist

Overview of the Role

We are seeking a motivated Graduate Metallurgist to join our Port Pirie team as part of our Graduate Program starting in February 2027. This exciting role will provide you with hands-on experience to develop your technical expertise while contributing to meaningful initiatives that optimise metallurgical processes. You will work collaboratively with various teams at our site to improve operational efficiency, support production targets, and resolve process challenges.

This is your opportunity to build a rewarding career with a global company that values innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Location: Port Pirie, South Australia

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 2 years

Reports To: Technical Manager

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic and challenging role, you will:

• Monitor and optimise metallurgical processes to enhance plant efficiency and production outcomes.


• Conduct analysis and provide technical recommendations to improve process stability and consistency.


• Collaborate with operational, maintenance, and technical teams to identify and implement process improvement initiatives.


• Troubleshoot metallurgical and operational issues to maintain high standards in production quality and efficiency.


• Collect, analyse, and report operational data to identify trends and facilitate continuous improvement decisions.


• Support safe work practices and ensure compliance with Nyrstar’s safety, health, and environmental policies.

About You

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

Education & Certifications:

• A degree in Metallurgical, Process, or Chemical Engineering (required).

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to work effectively with diverse teams.


• A proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented approach to your work.


• A commitment to safety and a focus on quality in everything you do.

Key Stakeholders & Relationships

As part of this role, you will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including:

• Production teams across various operational areas.


• Maintenance teams to implement solutions and ensure equipment performance.


• Process and technical teams to support optimisation initiatives.


• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) teams to maintain and promote a strong safety culture.

At Nyrstar, you will:

• Grow with a global leader: Contribute to innovative industrial projects in an organisation committed to a sustainable future.


• Enjoy professional development opportunities: Build your technical and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Access our benefits package, which includes:

• Competitive salary and relocation assistance (Port Pirie is only 2.5 hours from Adelaide).


• 5 weeks of annual leave.


• Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships.


• Subsidised dental care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Salary sacrifice novated car leasing.

Ready to launch your career in Metallurgy? Join Nyrstar today as a Graduate Metallurgist.

Apply now by submitting your resume and a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t wait—take the next step and apply today!

About Nyrstar

Nyrstar is a leading international producer of industrial and critical minerals and metals essential to the energy transition, high-technology applications and regional security. With a market-leading position in zinc and lead the company operates interlinked smelting and related facilities across Europe and Australia.

Nyrstar’s operating business is wholly owned by Trafigura, one of the world’s leading independent commodity trading and supply chain logistics companies. 

Nyrstar Australia has been operating in Port Pirie and Hobart for over 100 years. It produces lead, zinc, silver, antimony metal, copper and is one of Australia’s largest producers of saleable sulphuric acid - the world’s most used industrial chemical.

Visit www.nyrstar.com

Please note you must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia. Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity within its workforce. Nyrstar Port Pirie’s Safety Policy requires clean shaven employees and is a non-smoking site. As a Major Hazard Facility that is subject to SafeWork SA regulations, you may be asked questions regarding your physical attributes to ensure regulatory compliance. Only applicants who progress to the next stage will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in applying for a position at Nyrstar.