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 $ 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 Senior Process Control Engineer
Location Namakwa Sands, Smelter (Saldanha), Western Cape
Position Overview Accountable for technical support and medium-term technical improvement projects on the SME site.
Qualification & Experience: BTech/BSc qualification with Electrical/Control Engineering subjects. 10+ years in a Heavy/Industrial Industry Environment (Essential). 5+ years in a Control Engineering field will be advantageous. Knowledge/Experience with: PLC (IEC 61131-3) and/or DCS and/or micro controller controls. PLC/DCS Programming. Field Instrumentation and analyzers. Electrical drives – DOL & VFD. Control Systems Commissioning & fault finding. Industrial Ethernet Communications– Profinet/ModbusTCP/IEC61850. Profibus Networking and communications. MS Windows operating systems – Server & Client. Design/Implementation/Management of Managed Ethernet network systems for Operational Technology (OT) systems. Process Data Historians Implementation/Optimization of Process Alarm Systems. Job Responsibilities (Outputs) Coordinate control system audits, health assessments, lifecycle planning, and data analysis for optimization. Participate/signoff in MoC process for projects/initiatives requiring changes to control systems. Provide control system support for large capital projects. Assist in investigations following significant incidents and production excursions. Co-ordinate and plan interface upgrades. Lead/Assist with HAZOP and PHR studies. Develop process control strategies and standards to improve operational efficiency. Identify control improvement opportunities and work with the process control & operations teams to make improvements / resolve issues. Manage medium to long-term opportunities in accordance with project management principles. Support Operational Excellence - API, Green House Gas, and Centre of Excellence initiatives. Assist production and maintenance teams with troubleshooting - Utilizing established techniques such as RCFA, FMEA, DMAIC and LSS. Oversee the technical development and coaching of Process Control Engineers and Professionals-in-Training. Assure process documentation is regularly developed and maintained. Process Efficiency Conduct work in accordance with set strategies, plans, and production targets. Ensure optimal use of available resources, assume responsibility for equipment selection, metallurgical process design, and project life cycles.
Safe and Healthy Work Environment Participate in safety initiatives, ensure HAZOPS are conducted, maintain a healthy environment, and comply with SHEQ and technical requirements.
Continuous Improvement Initiate continuous improvement opportunities leading to cost-saving initiatives. Stay updated on new developments within the specialist field, conduct research work to initiate process changes, and act as a Business Improvement process champion.
Customer and Client Relationship Management Set up, monitor, and update a stakeholder register for each project study phase. Maintain and promote the T&I image, provide professional advisory support service.
Project Management: Set up, monitor, and update project study schedules, risk registers, and expense control tools. Compile a detailed project study Scope of Work, evaluate and complete project post-completion audits.
NOTE: Closing date: 28 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.
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