TAKUDZWA MHLANGA
20109 Vic Ranch Masvingo,masvingo
Summary
Result-driven Junior Metallurgist with hands-on experience in heap, VAT, and CIL/CIP leaching processes, ball mill operations, and process optimization. Highly skilled in data analysis, sampling, and technical reporting, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and adaptability, consistently delivering results in high-risk mining and metallurgical environments
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
JUNIOR METALLURGIST ASSISTANT
ZIMSHEC
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive pre-feasibility test work on ore samples, supporting critical gold processing decisions.
- Performed detailed ore analysis and variability assessments, enhancing predictions of metal recovery rates.
- Optimized leach cycles and irrigation rates, improving efficiency and reliability of heap leach operations.
- Developed and maintained spreadsheet models to calculate processing objectives and support data-driven project planning.
GRADUATE TRAINEE
ROSE25 GOLD PLANT
Mberengwa
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Prepared and managed VAT leaching tanks, ensuring readiness and optimal operation for processing.
- Conducted performance analysis of lixiviants, driving improvements in metal recovery efficiency.
- Monitored and tracked leaching processes, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions.
- Performed regular sampling (e.g., bottle roll tests) to assess process effectiveness and inform decisions.
SPOTTER
STONEVALE PVT LTD
CHEGUTU
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Directed heavy machinery and vehicle movements with precision, ensuring zero-incident operations in high-risk mining areas.
- Conducted thorough pre-operation inspections of equipment and work zones, safeguarding personnel and assets.
ATTACHE
SABI GOLD MINE
ZVISHAVANE
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Optimized and monitored leaching processes (CIL/CIP, heap, and VAT), including performance analysis of lixiviants, sampling, and particle size distribution, to enhance metal recovery and process efficiency.
- Managed ball mill operations, classification, crushing, and elution, calculating critical speed and ball load to improve milling performance and throughput.
- Developed and implemented process optimization strategies, ensuring seamless end-to-end metallurgical workflows and operational excellence.
Education
MINERAL PROCESSING AND EXTRACTIVE METALLURGY
ZIMBABWE SCHOOL OF MINES
BULAWAYO ZIMBABWE12-2023
A LEVEL
MNENE HIGH SCHOOL
MBERENGWA12-2018
O LEVEL
CHEGATO HIGH SCHOOL
MBERENGWA12-2016
Skills
- Heap, VAT, and CIL/CIP leaching processes
- Ball mill operations and process optimization
- Lixiviant performance analysis & sampling
- Safety compliance and mining operations
- Data analysis and technical reporting
- Team work and communications skills
- Problem solving and critical thinking
Certification
Diploma in Computer Operations and Packages (HEXCO)
Languages
English
Shona
Ndebele
Timeline
JUNIOR METALLURGIST ASSISTANT
ZIMSHEC
08.2025 - Current
GRADUATE TRAINEE
ROSE25 GOLD PLANT
10.2024 - 07.2025
SPOTTER
STONEVALE PVT LTD
06.2024 - 09.2024
ATTACHE
SABI GOLD MINE
01.2021 - 12.2021
MINERAL PROCESSING AND EXTRACTIVE METALLURGY
ZIMBABWE SCHOOL OF MINES
A LEVEL
MNENE HIGH SCHOOL
O LEVEL
CHEGATO HIGH SCHOOL