Who We Are
Tronox is a vertically integrated producer of titanium dioxide and inorganic chemicals. Tronox mines and processes titanium ore, zircon, and other materials. Our products add brightness and durability to paints, plastics, paper, and other everyday products. Our approximately 6,500 employees across six continents have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilities. Our South African operations are located in two regions of the country, Kwa-Zulu Natal, and the Western Cape. Our current employee compliment in South Africa is approximately [1875] employees, which results in a vibrant human resource environment.
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 Mechanical Project Engineer (Fixed Term - Two years)
Location
Mine Site (Brand se Baai)
Position Overview
This position will take full responsibility of managing the Mechanical design of two large projects that are currently in Pre-feasibility study (PFS) phases. On the successful completion of the PFS phase, these projects will proceed, subject to approval, to the Feasibility study and Detailed Design phases.
On completion of the Detailed Design phases this position will play an active role in the Execution phases of these multiyear large capital projects.
Primary Responsibilities
Take ownership of the Mechanical Engineering design on a large project
Ensuring Health and Safety standards are incorporated into the design
Ensure compliance to the 2014 construction regulations for all on site contractors
Liaise with the design contractors to ensure technical integrity
The compiling of the scope of work for Mechanical work
Liaise with the Construction Manager to ensure mechanical work integrity and adherence to specifications and required QA checks and verification
Technical problem solving during the study, design and construction phases
Progress measurements / feedback
Reports to the Project Manager
Qualifications & Experience
Mechanical B Eng, BSc (Eng) or B Tech degree, NQF Level 7
Computer literate - MS Office and MS Projects
Code B driver's license
A minimum of 10 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering design and construction on large capital projects in a heavy industry or mining environment
A Project Management qualification will be advantageous
Government Certificate of Competency (Mining or Factories) will be advantageous
Knowledge & Skills
Good knowledge of project management processes.
Previous construction management experience.
Sound knowledge of feasibility studies, detailed design, construction and commissioning workflows
Key Competencies
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.
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