Lead Hydrometallurgical Engineer, Rare Earths

3 weeks ago

Kwinana Beach, Australia Tronox Full time

About Tronox:

Tronox is a leading global producer of titanium dioxide and zircon sands, serving over 1,200 customers worldwide. With a strong presence in six continents, the company operates 9 chemical plants, 5 mines, and 3 upgrading facilities. Tronox is committed to responsible resource transformation and sustainable mineral enrichment.

Our Commitment:

  • Transforming the earth's resources into essential products that enhance lives.
  • Playing a crucial role in creating a thriving world.

About the Role:

The Lead Hydrometallurgical Engineer will serve as the central expert for rare earths hydrometallurgical processing, assisting with all stages of technical development and commissioning. This role requires over 10 years of experience in hydrometallurgical operations, with a focus on rare earth processing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the go-to expert for rare earths hydrometallurgical processing.
  • Assist with technical development and commissioning for new projects.
  • Lead and mentor junior engineers in project development and execution.
  • Develop and review detailed business cases and present them to stakeholders.
  • Monitor and improve operational plant processes.

About You:

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in engineering or a similar technical background.
  • Experience in the rare earths industry with operating sites, including design, commissioning, upgrading, and day-to-day operations.
  • Deep understanding of methods for cracking rare earth minerals, purification, separation, and radiation management.
  • Extensive technical and operational engineering experience.
  • Experience in engineering specification, design, and review from a client company perspective.
  • New plant commissioning experience.
  • Deep experience in hydrometallurgical processes, preferably rare earth-related; other sulfate-based leaching and purification processes are highly regarded.
  • Experience in plant ramp-up, problem identification, and resolution.
  • Good understanding of process safety principles and related risk assessment and engineering approaches.
  • Statistical data analysis for plant improvement and experimental design.
  • Operational plant monitoring and improvement techniques.
  • Process modeling experience is an advantage.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentational communication abilities.

What We Offer:

  • Full-time permanent role.
  • 38-hour average week with a compressed 9-day fortnight option.
  • 12.5% superannuation.
  • Eligibility for the Tronox bonus scheme.
  • Access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata of 13 weeks @ 10 years).
  • 12-weeks paid parental leave.
  • Access to Novated Lease.
  • Additional leave purchase program.
  • Company-paid Salary Continuance, Journey, Total Disability & Life Insurances.
  • A service award program.

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