Job Description

Hellas Gold Single Member S.A. is a mining company for gold, silver, lead, and zinc, headquartered in Athens. Since 2004, it has been responsibly and safely developing and operating the Kassandra Mines in NE Halkidiki under the strictest environmental terms. The Kassandra Mines consist of three mining projects: the Stratoni-Mavres Petres Mine, the Olympias Mine, and the Skouries Project. Continuing a 25-century mining history, Hellas Gold invests in the sustainable development of the Kassandra Mines, boosting economic growth and contributing to the prosperity of the local community with investments exceeding $3 billion, employing over 2,000 workers, actively supporting local suppliers, and making significant investments in local community support initiatives and projects. Since 2012, it operates as a subsidiary of Eldorado Gold Corporation, a Canadian mining company with over 30 years experience in the exploration, development, and operation of mines worldwide.

We live our values in pursuit of our purpose: to find a better way to do things. We aim to break new ground in all that we do. We do this by creating a positive impact today, and for future generations, through our commitment to operating safely, sustainably, and profitably.

The company offers the opportunity to those who wish to express interest in the position of “Metallurgist | Μεταλλουργός”, for its premises in Chalkidiki. The position will be reported to the Senior Metallurgist of the Processing department in Skouries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Execute plant and laboratory sampling to approved procedures; maintain chain-of-custody, labelling, preservation and traceability.
• Prepare samples (drying, splitting, grinding, sizing) and perform routine metallurgical tests (e.g., flotation batch tests, grind checks, density, % solids, pH).

• Assist with preparation, setup and monitoring of plant trials; collect operating data, validate trial conditions and record observations.
• Capture, organize and validate data; perform basic QA/QC checks, calculate simple metrics (recoveries, ratios) and flag anomalies.
• Maintain cleanliness, calibration checks and basic maintenance of laboratory and sampling equipment.
• Compile draft figures, photos and data tables to support structured metallurgical reports prepared by the Senior Metallurgist.
• Follow site safety procedures and controls for reagents, rotating equipment, pressure lines and high-density slurries; stop work and escalate when risk is unacceptable.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.

• 1–3 years’ experience in mineral processing operations, metallurgical laboratory or similar industrial environment (internships considered).
• Hands-on experience and solid understanding of sampling, sample preparation, laboratory QA/QC, and routine metallurgical testing to ensure representative and reliable results.
• Training in sampling, laboratory QA/QC or metallurgical testwork considered an advantage.
• Foundational knowledge of mineral processing and flotation principles; eagerness to develop metallurgical capability.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and disciplined record keeping; ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Basic data handling (spreadsheets), calculation of simple recoveries/mass balances under guidance.
• Clear, timely communication of observations, anomalies and risks to the Senior Metallurgist.
• Strong safety mindset and hazard awareness in laboratory and plant environments.
  

Our company offers a competitive remuneration package that includes an attractive combination of basic salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for development in a challenging work environment.

Inclusion and Diversity

Hellas Gold is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

If you are looking for a global and dynamic environment, please send us your CV.