Lead Hydrometallurgical Engineer, Rare Earths

3 weeks ago

Kwinana Beach, Australia Tronox Full time

About Tronox:

Tronox is the largest integrated producer of titanium dioxide globally and the second largest producer of zircon sands. With over 1,200 customers, 6,500 employees, 9 chemical plants, 5 mines, and 3 upgrading facilities across six continents, Tronox is a leader in the industry. In each of Tronox’s mines, monazite sand is produced, and the company is evaluating a strategic entry into the rare earths market.

Tronox is committed to responsibly transforming the earth’s resources into essential products that enhance lives. As a leader in sustainable mineral enrichment and refinement, we play a crucial role in creating a thriving world.

See what we are doing by clicking on the following link: Mine to Pigment

We’ve been in Australia for the last 60 years.

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
  • Learn more about our benefits and what we offer. Click here Brilliance at Work

About the Role

Reporting into the Director, Rare Earth Technology, the Lead Hydrometallurgical Engineer will be the ‘go-to’ expert in rare earths hydrometallurgical processing for Tronox’s new Rare Earths business unit. The incumbent will be central to Tronox’s planned market expansions and will assist with all stages of technical development and commissioning. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in hydrometallurgical operations, with particular experience in Rare Earth processing preferred .  There is considerable scope for the role to grow with Tronox’s involvement in this new business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the central expert for rare earths hydrometallurgical processing.
  • Assist with all stages of 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.

Next Steps

  • Click “Apply” and start your brilliant journey with Tronox today
  • Tronox is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.
  • Tronox employees are required to discuss their intend with the direct supervisor before applying.
  • Tronox reserves the right to remove the job postings prior to the stated closing date. If you are interested in applying in this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing Date: 13 December 2024

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