Development Chemist

The Mastermelt Group is a market leader in the precious metal refining industry, with sites in the UK, Germany, USA and Singapore. Owing to significant growth, we are recruiting for a

Development Chemist

based at our new laboratory within the Mastermelt Technical Centre in

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK.

As the Development Chemist you will be responsible for leading the development of a suite of novel PGM (Platinum Group Metal) recycling processes.

Your responsibilities:

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Demonstrate high EHS standards and behaviours for yourself and your co-workers and ensure work is carried out in-line with appropriate risk assessments.

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Evaluate novel hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical technologies for the pre-treatment and recovery of precious metals from secondary sources.

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Ability to plan and schedule the required work, generating and interpreting data for assessment of project progress / KPI evaluation, and ensuring regular feedback to stakeholders on progress.

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Be responsible for the delivery of investigations and trials at lab, pilot and plant scale to provide proof-of-concept and scale-up information for the design of new processes.

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Contribute to technology transfer between the development and engineering teams at sites in the UK, Germany and Singapore.

Requirements for the role:

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Degree level qualification in chemistry or a relevant scientific subject with demonstrable development experience or experience in a relevant research and development role.

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Knowledge of hydrometallurgical/pyrometallurgical

separation and purification techniques and knowledge of inorganic chemistry

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Excellent project management skills and an ability to work in an environment that necessitates an agile approach to project delivery.

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Highly effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships

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Be self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to technical detail.

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation commensurate with experience along with a strong career path. 25 days annual leave and a Monday - Friday day working pattern. BUPA private medical care and bonus scheme.