Who We Are Tronox Holdings plc (NYSE: TROX) is the world's leading integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigment. We mine titanium-bearing mineral sands and operate upgrading facilities that produce high-grade titanium feedstock materials, pig iron and other minerals. With 6,600 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world. Today, with $3.3 billion in annual revenue, we are the second largest in our industry, providing products that add brightness and durability to paints, plastics, paper, and other everyday products.
At Tronox, we believe living our values allows us to create a stronger, more successful company for everyone who works with us. We care deeply about our people, and we seek to attract and retain talented individuals who share our values. These are:
We have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilities. We honor our responsibility to create value for stakeholders. We treat others with respect, and act with personal and organizational integrity. We build our organization with diverse, talented people who make a positive difference, and we invest in their success. We are adaptable, decisive, and effective. We are trustworthy and reliable, and we build mutually rewarding relationships. We share accountability and have high expectations for ourselves and one another. We do the right work the right way in every aspect of our business. We celebrate the joy of working together to accomplish great things. Position Title Process Engineer
Location Namakwa Sands, Smelter (Saldanha), Western Cape
Position Overview Accountable for daily technical support and short-term technical improvement for their area.
Job Responsibilities (Outputs) Conducts plant health assessments and reviews findings with the greater production team. Conducts routine production reconciliation and reports on process performance. Ensures quality performance meets product and customer specifications. Reviews quality performance and shares findings with the greater production teams. Manages grade change process. Provides production support to the S&OP process. Manages investigations following significant incidents and production excursions. Assists with HAZOP and PHR studies. Assists with the generation of statutory environmental reports. Provides DCS process control support. Short term process optimization. Initiation and delivery of process and plant improvements. Champions technology transfer to site. Provides support for OE and CoE initiatives. Assists production and maintenance teams with troubleshooting. Provides mentoring for DCS operators and operations trainers on the efficient operation of the plant. Provides specific operating guidelines to enable the Operations Trainers to develop and deliver standard operating procedures. Ensures technical documentation is correct and up to date. General administrative tasks. Process Efficiency - Conduct work in accordance with set strategies, plans, and production targets. Ensure the optimal use of available resources, both people and equipment. Assume responsibility for equipment selection, metallurgical process design, project life cycles, and associated financial metrics within the functional area. Complete, process and update all maintenance records and related documentation. Oversee the technical development and coaching of Professionals-in-Training (PIT's), Engineers- and Technicians-in-Training.
Safe and Healthy Work Environment - Ensure and maintain a healthy environment, safe operations, and practices. Comply with SHEC- and technical requirements, in line with Plant / Mine availability targets. Monitor, identify and respond to defects and/or sub-standard equipment performance and other improvement opportunities.
Continuous Improvement - Initiate continuous improvement initiatives leading to cost-saving opportunities whilst keeping abreast of new developments within the specialist field. Conduct research work in order to initiate process changes. Act as Business Improvement process champion by liaising with other development sections. Conduct desktop and pre-feasibility studies toward improving process flow.
Customer and Client Relationship Management - Liaise with internal and external customers, relevant statutory bodies to ensure sound business relationship management toward meeting client needs. Ensure Tronox's image is maintained and promoted at all times (internally and externally). Provide a professional/specialist advisory support service with regard to production/product quality across different levels within the organisation.
Project Management - Evaluate and complete projects with minimum risk, within allocated timeframes and according to specified budgetary requirements. Manage projects with regard to processes, technology, and equipment.
Qualifications & Experience (Mandatory) BEng/MetEng, BTech Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering Discipline. Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in a Metallurgical Plant / Operating within a Heavy Industry. Computer literate – MS Office and MS Projects. Code B driver's license. Key Attributes Personal attributes required: Confident, tenacious, innovative, self-motivated, responsible, team worker, adaptable, analytically able, client-oriented, pro-active, and strongly oriented towards excellence in project management. Drive for results, strong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills. Should be able to work under pressure. Excellent communication and people skills. Be able to work independently or within a team environment. NOTE: Closing date: 29 July 2024. Pre-Screening evaluation will form part of the selection process. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment. Psychometric evaluations may form part of the selection process. Please note that appointments will be made in accordance with the Tronox Employment Equity Policy. Females are encouraged to apply. POPIA Disclaimer: By sending your CV and application you agree to:
The processing of your personal information and sharing it with third parties for verifications. The exercising of your rights provided for by POPIA. To acknowledge that TRONOX (Pty) Ltd will keep the record of your personal information confidential. Should you not hear from Tronox within four (4) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.
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