Integrated technical and strategic service

Rendement is a specialised consulting firm offering integrated technical and strategic services to industry.

Our expertise spans process engineering, hydrometallurgy, hydrogeology, water management and owners engineering services, with a particular focus on in-situ recovery (ISR) mining, and innovative extraction technologies for unconventional mineral resources.

With decades of combined experience, our team brings deep technical knowledge and practical insight to every stage of project development—from early-stage assessments, pilot plant, field trials and process interrogation, through to detailed design execution, commissioning and operational optimisation as owner’s side support.

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Core Services

Services

Process Engineering

Flowsheet development, metallurgical testing, process simulation and optimisation, pilot plant design, execution and operation; Process operational troubleshooting.

Water Management for Mining Projects

Groundwater supply and management, mine water balance modelling, dewatering strategies, and regulatory compliance support.

Water Treatment

Design and optimisation of systems for mine water treatment, brine management, acid mine drainage mitigation, and process water recycling, including water balance and water usage reduction.

Hydrogeology

Aquifer characterisation, groundwater-surface water interaction assessments, solute transport modelling, tracer testing, and hydrogeochemical analysis.

Process Design Management

Leading scoping, prefeasibility and feasibility studies; coordinating engineering design teams; managing interfaces between disciplines; and delivering robust, fit-for-purpose process solutions. Supplementing owners-side teams.

ISR Mining & Unconventional Minerals Extraction

Comprehensive expertise in In-situ recovery (ISR) project design and operation, lixiviant development, uranium processing, metal recovery optimisation, and the processing of low-grade or complex ore bodies.

Leadership Team

Principal Process Engineer

James Davison

James is a globally recognized mining professional with over 30 years of expertise in hydrometallurgy, specialising in uranium and base metals extraction through innovative processes like in-situ recovery (ISR) and ion exchange technologies. His leadership in process design, pilot plant development, and water treatment solutions has driven operational excellence across global mining operations.

Principal Hydrogeologist

Ben Jeuken

With over 20 years in the groundwater and mining industry, Ben brings significant experience and a practical approach to every project. As a Principal Hydrogeologist, he has led successful outcomes in mine water management, groundwater supply development, in situ recovery of uranium and other metals, and potash brine mine development. Known for turning complex challenges into clear, workable strategies, Ben helps clients unlock value while balancing operational needs with environmental responsibility.

General Manager | Principal Process Engineer

Michelle Pember

Michelle is a Chartered Process Engineer with over 16 years of experience across process design consulting, design management, test-work programs, pilot plant supervision and operations. As General Manager and Principal at Rendement, she brings deep technical expertise and a proven leadership track record, guiding multi-disciplinary engineering teams across complex projects.

Her career spans a broad range of industries including water, wastewater, minerals processing, IX and uranium-from-phosphate technologies.

Rick Pobjoy

Chief Technical Officer, AR3

"What sets Rendement apart is their commitment to collaboration and their deep understanding of the minerals industry. They took the time to align their solutions with our specific operational goals, delivering results that were both practical and forward-thinking. Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality have made them an invaluable partner.”