Christopher Arnold
Vancouver
Summary
Experienced Senior Metallurgist with a strong background in plant metallurgy. Recognized as a global expert in gravity gold recovery and optimizing gold metallurgical processes. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting equipment and developing innovative solutions to improve plant operations. Proven track record of managing large teams of metallurgical staff and conducting extensive audits and testing programs. Proficient in facility management, including OPEX and CAPEX budgeting. Brings a wealth of global plant experience, having worked in diverse countries, environments, and cultures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Manager
FLSmidth – Knelson
01.2016 - Current
- Global expert in process plant auditing and optimization, with a focus on gravity recoverable gold.
- Perform technical training for gravity and cyanidation systems
- R&D and equipment development for Knelson Gravity equipment
- Auditing of gravity and gold intensive, leach circuits, to improve overall plant recovery
- Designing metallurgical circuits for optimum recovery given available monetary and space restrictions
- Global commissioning and onsite support
Senior Metallurgist
Metrix Plant Technologies
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Designing equipment for understanding cell hydrodynamic analysis of pulp in flotation cells
- Overseeing a research project to use cell hydrodynamics information and matrix mineralogy to understand losses and potential improvements to mill flotation performance to improve overall recovery
- Mentored junior metallurgists, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Senior Metallurgist
Blue Coast Metallurgy
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Managing auditing and analysis of processing plants for optimization
- Site support for mill superintendent and chief metallurgist roles
- Resulting in measurable improvements in recovery, and revenue
- Lab Testing Oversight
- Project Management of testing programs, including extensive mineralogical interpretation on projects costing from up to $2 million
- Design and implementation of a fully functioning metallurgical testing facility,
- This required budgeting, purchasing of lab equipment, designing laboratory equipment for manufacture and development of standard operating procedures
Metallurgist / Lab Supervisor
SGS Canada
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed a team of metallurgists, technicians, in a metallurgical/mineralogical lab on a vast array of projects, overseeing 1200 monthly hours of chargeable test work
- Managed test work equipment
- Managed test work programs of varying in size, budget and metallurgical requirements
- Oversaw Health and Safety Committee for a team of 25+ employees
Junior Metallurgist
Holman-Wilfley Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Company Overview: (Now SGS Europe)
- Conducted and oversaw an assortment of metallurgical tests and sample preparation
- (Now SGS Europe)
Education
Master of Science - European Mineral Process Engineering
Camborne School of Mines
Falmouth, Cornwall01.2007
Master of Chemistry - Chemistry
University of Bath
Bath, Somerset01.2006
A - Levels - Chemistry, Maths, Design Technology
The Forest School
Winnersh, Berkshire01.2002
Skills
- Gold Concentration Expert
- Skilled in Metallurgical Evaluation
- Plant Optimization Specialist
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Expert in Excel and high competence in Microsoft programs
- Plant operations and commissioning experience
- Manual and Software Mass Balancing Skills
- HSE Awareness Management Expertise
- Process Automation Expertise
- Management of Personnel and Projects
- Crisis Resolution Skills
- Exceptional Fitness Level
Life Skills And Other Qualifications
- MSHA Certified
- Ex-national level Swimmer, Bi-athlete and triathlete
- VHF operators license
- Experienced with operating a range of marine vessels and marine systems.
- Certified Rescue Diver - including marine first aid
- Canyoning Guide, with some experience and training and rope access/rescue.
Notable Experience
Acting Chief Metallurgist and Mill Superintendent, Bucko Lake Mine, Managed a large team of metallurgists and technicians at SGS in all aspects of daily operations including health and safety, project management and SOP training. Managed all aspects of metallurgical plant optimisation audits on mills ranging from 500-6000t/h plants, for flotation, gravity, and grinding. Optimised and improved recovery at multiple mines, significantly increasing revenues. Commissioning plant equipment.
Hobbies and Interests
- Skiing
- Mountaineering
- Canyoneering
- Hiking
- Triathlon
- Mountain Biking
- Climbing
- Film
- Travel
- Sailing
Timeline
Product Manager
FLSmidth – Knelson
01.2016 - Current
Senior Metallurgist
Metrix Plant Technologies
01.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Metallurgist
Blue Coast Metallurgy
01.2010 - 01.2014
Metallurgist / Lab Supervisor
SGS Canada
01.2007 - 01.2010
Junior Metallurgist
Holman-Wilfley Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2007
Master of Chemistry - Chemistry
University of Bath
A - Levels - Chemistry, Maths, Design Technology
The Forest School
Master of Science - European Mineral Process Engineering
Camborne School of Mines
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