Stephen Letsweletse Lekuku, P.Eng, PMP in

Stephen Letsweletse Lekuku, P.Eng, PMP

Judge · DISC type Dc
GlyLeaching Technology Sr. Metallurgist - North America at Draslovka
📍 New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

Stephen is a Senior Metallurgist at Draslovka, leading the deployment of innovative glycine-based leaching technologies across North America. A certified PMP with a degree from The University of British Columbia, he has over 12 years of experience in metallurgical engineering, strategic programs, and capital project leadership at companies like Newmont.

He is passionate about bridging the gap between research and operations, transforming complex challenges into practical, sustainable solutions. His interest in problem-solving extends beyond mining, as shown by his collaborative work with medical professionals on an award-winning project to improve surgical procedures for children.

Unique fact: He received the Lockheed Martin Award for co-designing an innovative medical device with surgeons from BC Childrens Hospital.

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Experience
11 Years
Current Role
GlyLeaching Technology Sr. Metallurgist - North America
Location
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Personality Overview

How Stephen shows up

Features Driven
Generally Skeptic
Fast But Wary

They like to stay in control of the negotiation or defining of the terms. They prefer to move quickly, and expect the same from others. They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships.

Priorities

Topics Stephen cares about

Sustainable Mining
His work at Draslovka centers on deploying eco-friendly glycine leaching technology, which is promoted as a sustainable alternative for precious metal extraction.
Metallurgical Innovation
He is responsible for implementing cutting-edge technologies like MetOptimaAI and Blue Cube Analyzers to enhance and optimize mining operations in North America.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
GlyLeaching Technology Sr. Metallurgist - North America
Draslovka
5-2024 - 11-2024
Project Lead/Metallurgist - Capital Projects & Technical Studies
Newmont Corporation
8-2021 - 8-2024
Mill Tailings GF/Coordinator
Newmont Corporation
4-2021 - 8-2021
Superintendent, Laboratory Services
Nordgold
1-2020 - 7-2021
Interim Operations Superintendent | Sr. Process Engineer - Management Training Program
Nordgold
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Education
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
The University of British Columbia
2017 - 2019
Graduate Diploma
Simon Fraser University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Dominance (D)

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