Mineral Processing Operator Stationary Plant & Machine Operators
SaveWhat Does a Mineral Processing Operator Do?
Mineral processing operators operate a variety of plants and equipment to convert raw materials into marketable products. They provide the appropriate information on the process to the control room.
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Where Do I Start?
Collect Samples
Set up and operate equipment to collect water, gas or soil samples for testing.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Mineral Processing Operator
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialCollect Samples skill
Set up and operate equipment to collect water, gas or soil samples for testing.
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EssentialConduct Inter-shift Communication skill
Communicate relevant information about the conditions in the workplace, progress, events, and potential problems to the workers in the next shift.
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EssentialDeal With Pressure From Unexpected Circumstances skill
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EssentialHandle Chemicals skill
Safely handle industrial chemicals; use them efficiently and ensure that no harm is done to the environment.
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EssentialTroubleshoot skill
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
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EssentialWork Ergonomically skill
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
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EssentialMix Treating Materials skill
Mix treating materials including reagents, catalysts and various chemicals.
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EssentialOperate Raw Mineral Separation Equipment skill
Operate a variety of machinery used to separate raw mineral for further processing based on size of particles or chemical composition. Work with screens, flotation cells, spirals, jigs, drums and …
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EssentialOperate Raw Mineral Size Reduction Equipment skill
Operate equipment used to reduce the size of raw minerals to prepare it for further processing. Work with gyrotary and jaw crushers, and roll, ball and autogenous mills.
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Optional Skills (5 of 10 displayed)
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OptionalElectricity knowledge
Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
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OptionalBioleaching knowledge
Understand the principles of bioleaching, the extraction of products from raw mineral through the use of living organisms.
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OptionalChemistry knowledge
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
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OptionalMechanics knowledge
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
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OptionalPerform Minor Repairs To Equipment skill
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
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OptionalTest Raw Minerals skill
Take samples of mineral materials for testing purposes. Execute various chemical and physical tests on the materials.
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OptionalTrain Employees skill
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving …
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OptionalWrite Production Reports skill
Make up and complete shift schedules and production reports in a timely manner.
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OptionalHandle Mining Plant Waste skill
Make sure mining plant waste is disposed of safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound manner.
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OptionalOperate Wash Plant skill
Operate a large piece of equipment used to wash materials extracted from the ground. Use the wash plant to separate desired materials such as aggregates or precious metals from waste …
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