Fresh Vacancies at Metso

• We are looking for a Dealer Support Technician to join our MPP Aftermarket team within the Services business in the Africa organization. In this role, you will provide technical and business support across our dealer network, helping to drive aftermarket growth, support equipment performance, and deliver excellent customer satisfaction.
• You will report to the Global Technical & Product Support Manager.
• This role is based in Centurion, South Africa, with a hybrid working model.
• You will spend part of your time working alongside the local distributor and will undertake local and international travel as required.

Team you will belong to

• You will join the MPP Aftermarket team and work closely with colleagues based in the USA, as well as dealers, customers, Technical Support, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Quality teams. The team is focused on delivering responsive support and creating value throughout the equipment lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Act as the key liaison between dealers and internal teams to support technical issues, service activities, and aftermarket business objectives.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and support repairs of equipment across the dealer network.
• Drive aftermarket growth through technical support, service initiatives, parts sales support, and customer engagement.
• Analyze warranty issues, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate service requirements, including parts, consumables, maintenance activities, and repair documentation.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and performance optimization activities.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs for dealers and provide guidance on service solutions, upgrades, and aftermarket products.
• Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and invoicing related to service and repair activities.

What you'll bring

• Recognized mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification.
• Relevant hands-on experience supporting equipment, maintenance, repairs, or aftermarket service operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Strong business aptitude with the ability to understand customer needs and support aftermarket business growth.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with dealers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to undertake local and international travel, including occasional overnight stays and weekend work.
• Valid driver's license and passport.

Job posting end date: 09/09/2026

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• We're looking for a Project Manager, Grinding to join our Project Delivery Grinding team. Your work will play a key part in delivering complex technical projects while supporting sustainable growth and long-term customer partnerships.
• You will report to the Manager, Project Delivery Grinding.
• This role will be based in Centurion, South Africa, with a hybrid working model.

Team you belong to

• You will join our Project Delivery Grinding team, working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Construction, Contract Management, Sales, customers, and cooperation partners.
• The team is focused on delivering high-quality grinding solutions and successful project outcomes across the mining and minerals processing industry.

What you'll do

• Lead end-to-end execution of minerals grinding projects, including planning, coordination, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and proactively resolving project issues.
• Manage project scope, contract requirements, change control processes, and project interfaces.
• Take responsibility for project budgets, profitability, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, and resource activities to meet project schedules and objectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks while implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in a matrix organization.

What you'll bring

• Solid experience in EPC/M project management within mining and minerals processing environments.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex technical projects in international environments.
• Strong understanding of customer requirements, project execution methodologies, and site installation activities.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, commercial performance, and contract obligations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to empower teams, manage performance, and drive results.
• Excellent planning, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse cultures, stakeholders, and matrix organizations.
• Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to project execution.
• Professional communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with SAP, Enovia, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, or similar business systems and project tools.
• High level of ownership, reliability, adaptability, and ability to work independently.

What's in it for you

• Purpose-led work: Helping keep essential operations running safely and efficiently.
• Safety and wellbeing first: A strong safety culture and access to local wellbeing and healthcare services.
• Competitive pay and incentives: Including competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Stable, long-term employment: With opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.
• Well-equipped work environment: Tools, equipment and resources provided to support your success.
• Training and development: Ongoing skills development, mentoring, learning programs, and global career opportunities.
• Supportive team culture: A collaborative, inclusive team environment focused on achieving results together.

Job posting end date: 09/11/2026

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• We are looking for a Senior Metallurgist – Beneficiation & Dewatering to join our Technology Management team in the Africa organization.
• In this role, you will work as a technical expert in process metallurgy, identifying, evaluating, and developing opportunities within operating brownfield process plants across Africa.
• Your work will play a key part in improving plant performance, supporting customers, and generating sustainable growth opportunities for Metso.
• You will report to the Head of Technology Management, Separation & Filtration, Africa.
• This role is based in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa, with a hybrid working model.
• This role includes travel throughout Africa, with customer-facing activities expected approximately 50% of the time.

Team you will belong to

• You will join the Technology Management team, consisting of experts dedicated to supporting Metso’s African customers across our extensive portfolio of minerals processing technologies.
• Team members are based in Centurion, South Africa, and Espoo, Finland. Our team works closely with Metso’s Global Product Groups, Africa-wide partners, and customers across the mining industry to deliver sustainable and industry-leading technology solutions. Our culture is built on commitment, cooperation, and clarity, with a shared focus on supporting customer success.

What you'll do

• Conduct high-level audits of beneficiation and dewatering plants, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput, reduce energy and reagent consumption, enhance product quality, and support plant debottlenecking initiatives.
• Plan and execute sampling campaigns, metallurgical test work, and troubleshooting activities.
• Use advanced data analysis, modelling, and simulation to develop, justify, and present flowsheet improvements and brownfield expansion opportunities.
• Lead conceptual studies for beneficiation and dewatering plant expansions and collaborate with Technology Managers to develop tailored customer solutions.
• Identify and qualify opportunities for additional Metso equipment, upgrades, and replacement projects while contributing to spot sales objectives.
• Build strong customer relationships, represent Metso at international conferences, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across Africa.
• Travel extensively throughout Africa to support customers, site audits, and business development activities

What you'll bring

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Metallurgical Engineering or another relevant engineering degree with exposure to minerals processing and separation technologies.
• Strong experience working in industrial operations, process plants, or customer-facing technical roles within the mining industry.
• Strong knowledge of beneficiation, separation, and dewatering processes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and lead metallurgical trials at laboratory, pilot, and industrial scale.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis, process modelling, simulation, and technical problem solving.
• Excellent computer literacy, reporting skills, and the ability to support technical, commercial, sales, and business development activities.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to translate operational challenges into value-adding business solutions.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and perform effectively in a matrix organization.
• Strong attention to detail, initiative, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse cultures and global teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Africa and internationally.