Naboth Bwalya

Metallurgist (Optimization) @ First Quantum Minerals

About

I’m a Metallurgist with a mission: to be a trusted voice for Zambia’s mining industry. One that understands the technical challenges on the ground and helps shape the strategic solutions that solve them. As a Brand Ambassador for Kansanshi Mining PLC, I represent a company deeply rooted in innovation, sustainability, and community impact. I bring that same energy to every conversation I’m part of, whether it’s optimizing metallurgical processes, mentoring future leaders, or shaping the future of the mining industry. The goal is to bridge the gap between technical depth and strategic vision, while staying grounded in the realities of our local context. I believe in collaboration, continuous learning, and using our collective expertise to move the industry forward. Bolder! Smarter! Driven! Together!

Country

Zambia

City

Solwezi

Industry

Mining & Metals

Skill

Process Engineering, Chemical Process Engineering, Process Optimization (Manufacturing), Floatation, Mineral Processing, Gravity concentration , Leaching, SCADA, Process Optimization, Metallurgy, Report Writing, Labor Relations, Sample Preparation, Environmental Monitoring, System Monitoring, Project Management, Team Leadership

Experience

Metallurgist (Optimization)

First Quantum Minerals

2025-1 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

Production Metallurgist

First Quantum Minerals

2023-2 - Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia, Zambia

Metallurgical Engineer

First Quantum Minerals

2022-11 - 2023-2 · 4 mos

Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia, Zambia

Metallurgical Engineer

Konkola Copper Mines plc

2022-1 - 2022-6 · 6 mos

Chingola, Copperbelt, Zambia

• Monitored and optimized the crushing and milling operations at Nchanga East Mill under the supervision of the assistant plant manager and plant metallurgist. • Familiarised with the smelter operations at Nchanga Smelter. • Maintained timely and accurate reports of engineering activities on tailings leach plant operations. • Wrote plant reports and engineering documentation, including manufacturing processes, and equipment specifications, and implemented modifications for performance improvements. • Collected and prepared samples for laboratory testing, obtained and evaluated results, and made forward-thinking choices about changes in plant parameters.