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Date:

Oct 14, 2026 Company:

Hudbay Minerals Role Title:

Senior Metallurgist

Job Type

Permanent, Full-Time Schedule

: 5x2 or 4x3 depending on business needs. Advancing Your Global Career: Elevate Your Future with Hudbay Did you know that mining is consistently one of the best-paid industries in the world? For individuals with a few years of experience in their field, this sector offers a level of compensation that truly reflects the critical nature of the work. But beyond the competitive salary, mining provides a high-intensity environment where you can develop specialized expertise and leadership skills at an accelerated pace. Whether you are coming from a skilled trade or a specialized office role, the growth you'll find here is as significant as the financial rewards. Why Hudbay? Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities. We live this purpose every day. At Hudbay, we take learning to a global scale. With long-life operations and exploration opportunities in Canada and Peru, and a world-class growth pipeline in the United States, you will sharpen your Cultural Intelligence (CQ) by collaborating with international experts and diverse local communities.

We offer
a values-based culture that provides continuous coaching and feedback, giving everyone the freedom to innovate and the support to advance based on merit. Whether you are in a technical role, operations, or corporate support, joining Hudbay means joining a multicultural team where your professional development is expedited by our global footprint and our commitment to excellence. Purpose of Role: Reporting to the Superintendent: Metallurgy, Assay and Process Improvement,



the Senior Metallurgist will be responsible for leading and supporting Metallurgists and Technicians while providing technical support to the Mill Operation teams, focusing on comminution and grinding. Your expertise will help optimize processes and improve the efficiency and stability of operations, ensuring that production targets are met and exceeded. Role Accountabilities: Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies, Direct supervision, guidance and mentorship of Metallurgists, Metallurgical Technicians and Coop/Summer students to ensure all team members work safely in accordance with applicable legislation, company policies, standards, and procedures, Data Fidelity: Support the data systems of PI/RT DUET and DOMO, Grinding APC Support: Lead the optimization and stabilization of the new system, Plan and schedule metallurgical work plans to meet departmental goals, KPIs, project milestones, and deadlines, Monitor and report on plant performance, identify sources of variability and make recommendations for improvements to increase stability and efficiency, Take lead on complex technical projects and guide Metallurgists & Metallurgical Technicians to support these projects, Conduct metallurgical trials, support pilot plants, and oversee the commissioning of new processing equipment, Assist with month-end inventory reconciliations and other routine reporting requirements,



Collaboration on budget and forecast reporting requirements, Aid in hiring a Metallurgy team, Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:
University degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited program, Registered or eligible for registration as a P. Eng with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC), Minimum 5-10 years of technical experience in a related processing environment with an understanding of optimizing processes, Solid statistical analysis, presentation, and technical report writing skills, Proven ability to analyze complex problems, prioritize issues, and develop timely and cost-effective solutions, A growth mindset & drive, to be open to new ideas to continuously improve and support our Plant, our Team & ourselves. Other

skills:
Positive can-do attitude with a willingness to learn new skills, Experience and competency in mineral processing, specifically with comminution and copper/gold experience, Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills, Superior skill with Microsoft Excel and PI/RT duet is essential, Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multitasking, use of timelines and time management techniques, Strong communicator – Ability to work across discipline and geographic boundaries, connecting people to collaboratively solve problems, Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have access to personal transportation, Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements. Working Conditions Environment is susceptible to the weather as a combination of office and fieldwork is required, Frequent exposure to uncomfortable conditions associated with the work environment such as noise and working in dusty and wet environments

📌 Senior Metallurgist (Winnipeg)
🏢 Hudbay Minerals
📍 Winnipeg