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 thing

Position Title

Senior T&I Project Manager

Location

Mine Site (Brand se Baai)

Position Overview

This role is located at Tronox's Namakwa Sands Northern Operations (mining, concentration, and separation facilities) on the west coast of South Africa. The ideal candidate will apply their talent, enthusiasm, and expertise in managing projects that will maximize the value in the production of Safe, Quality, Low-cost, Sustainable Tons. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety requirements and standards are incorporated into project life cycles and associated onsite project activities to ensure zero harm to people and the environment.
• Takes ownership of all projects related activities across project life cycles including design, planning, construction, supervision and commissioning to ensure successful project delivery as per approved scope, time and budget.
• Development of suitable scopes of work to enable effective contractor management.
• Coordinates and manages internal/contract labor undertaking project activities.
• Ensure relevant engineering/regulatory standards are adhered to and that associated changes are reviewed and approved by the relevant stakeholders.
• Compile, submit and present project progress feedback/reports to stakeholders
• Assist with the 5-year capital planning, capital budgeting process and prioritization of the project’s portfolio.
• Track and report project costing and schedules in EPPM system.

Qualifications & Experience

• B. Eng / BSc. Eng / Btech Engineering or equivalent NQF Level 7 (Mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years’ role specific experience within a heavy industry / mining / mineral or chemical processing / production environment (Mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years Management / Supervisory experience (Mandatory)
• Project Management Qualification (Advantageous)

Knowledge & Skills

• Practical knowledge of project management methodologies, such as Agile and PMBOK.
• Good experience as a project manager, managing multi-disciplinary projects (civil, mechanical, electrical, etc.) in a heavy industrial or mining environment.
• Excellent experience in projects in life cycle-management including design, planning, construction, supervision and commissioning.
• Excellent planning, organizational, performance management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder and risk management skills.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, leading diverse project teams to achieve project success.
• Excellent track record in setting and achieving project objectives and targets.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Excellent financial, report writing, stakeholder and change management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the Construction Regulations (OHS Act and Regulations).
• Good knowledge of Project Portfolio Database systems.
• Good knowledge of Safety Management systems.

Personal Attributes

Critical thinker, influencer, problem solver, self-driven, good decision maker, strong leader, responsible, perform under pressure, strong leader, effective communicator, analytical, attentive to detail, structured, adaptable/flexible to changing work conditions/environments, team-building skills. Able to interact and communicate effectively with various levels of professionals from shop floor to site leadership to executives, and with diverse cultures across the organization.

NOTE:

• Closing Date: 01 July 2026
• Applications received without the supporting documents and/or after the closing date will not be considered.
• 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 and people with disabilities 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 Namakwa Sands within (4) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.