Senior Specialist, Rod Mill
At a Glance
- Category
- ⛽ Oil & Gas
- Level
- Senior
- Type
- Full-time
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Job Title
Senior Specialist, Rod Mill
Reporting to
Manager Beneficiation-WET
Business Unit/Function
MWSPC
Department
Beneficiation Wet
Direct Reports
Manager Beneficiation-WET
Budget/Size
Grade
Job Family
Production Operations
Sub Family
Grinding & Size Reduction / Beneficiation Operations
Position Type
Regular
Role Profile Number
Job Purpose
To ensure safe, reliable, and optimized operation of the Rod Mill circuits, focusing on achieving required grind size, throughput, and efficiency targets. The Rod Mill Specialist leads monitoring, troubleshooting, process control, and continuous improvement activities within the grinding area to support overall beneficiation plant performance.
Key Accountabilities
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Rod Mill Operation & Control
Monitor and control rod mill parameters (mill load, power draw, feed rate, water addition, discharge size).
Maintain stable operational conditions to meet target grind size and slurry density.
Ensure optimal utilization of grinding media (rods) and assist with media charging planning.
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Process Optimization
Analyze trends from DCS, historian data, and on-site measurements to improve throughput and milling efficiency.
Recommend adjustments to operational parameters based on ore characteristics and plant conditions.
Identify bottlenecks and propose improvement actions to enhance grindability and circuit performance.
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Equipment Inspection & Reliability Support
Perform routine field checks on mills, lubrication systems, pumps, cyclones, and classifiers.
Report abnormal conditions, vibrations, leaks, and wear patterns.
Support maintenance teams with shutdown planning and equipment troubleshooting.
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Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
Track KPIs such as power consumption, grind size, circulating load, and rod consumption.
Evaluate equipment performance deviations and recommend corrective actions.
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Safety, Environment & Compliance
Ensure all work activities comply with HSE regulations and PTW requirements.
Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP, and incident investigations.
Update SOPs, WI, and JSA documents related to rod mill operations.
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Technical Support & Expert Guidance
Provide technical support to operations teams regarding grinding principles, ore hardness variation, and circuit adjustments.
Coordinate with Metallurgy, Process Engineering, and Control Systems teams for process improvements.
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Team Collaboration & Training
Mentor operators and junior specialists on mill operations, monitoring techniques, and troubleshooting.
Promote a culture of teamwork, communication, and operational discipline.
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. Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Lead small-scale trials (rod charge optimization, water distribution, classifier adjustments).
Support MOC (Management of Change) approvals and implementation.
Propose initiatives for energy savings, resource efficiency, and reduced media consumption.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with maintenance, process, and production teams for coordinated and efficient operations.
Communicate operational constraints and improvement opportunities to management.
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum Experience:
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5 years of experience in grinding circuits (Rod Mill / Ball Mill) within a beneficiation or mineral processing plant.
Ma’aden High Performance Competencies:
Operational Excellence
Analytical Thinking
Technical Mastery
Safety & Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Change Management
Collaboration & Leadership
Skills:
Technical Skills
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Grinding & Comminution Fundamentals
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Rod Mill & Grinding Media Management
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Process Control (DCS / SCADA)
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Cyclone & Classification Systems
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Lubrication & Mill Support Systems
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Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Analytical & Reporting Skills
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Data Interpretation & Trend Analysis
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Performance KPI Monitoring
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Technical Reporting & Documentation
Safety & Compliance
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HSE Awareness
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PTW System Knowledge
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Audit Readiness
Leadership & Communication
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Team Mentoring
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Clear Communication with Field Operators & Engineers
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Cross-functional Collaboration
Continuous Improvement
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Lean / Six Sigma Mindset
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MOC Participation
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Innovation & Optimization Approach
Requirements
- •Experience in Rod Mill operation control
- •Ability to monitor mill load, power draw, and feed rates
- •Knowledge of grinding media (rods) utilization
- •Experience with DCS and historian data analysis
- •Ability to perform field checks on pumps, cyclones, and classifiers
- •Knowledge of HSE regulations and PTW requirements
- •Experience in risk assessments, HAZOP, and incident investigations
- •Ability to mentor junior specialists and operators
Responsibilities
- •Monitor and control rod mill parameters to meet target grind size and slurry density
- •Analyze trends from DCS and on-site measurements to improve throughput
- •Identify bottlenecks and propose improvement actions for circuit performance
- •Perform routine field checks on mills, lubrication systems, and pumps
- •Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports tracking KPIs
- •Ensure all work activities comply with HSE regulations
- •Provide technical support on grinding principles and ore hardness variation
- •Lead small-scale trials for rod charge optimization and water distribution
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Ma'aden is a Saudi Arabian mining and metals company developing the country's mineral resources. They focus on producing aluminum, gold, phosphates, and other industrial minerals.