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 Geologist
 

Location

Mine Site (Brand se Baai)
 

Position Overview

Supervises the planning, implementation, interpretation and presentation of mineralogical study programs.
 

Primary Responsibilities

• Data Integration: Combine geological, geotechnical, chemical, mineralogical, and metallurgical data to develop comprehensive ore body models.
• Ore Characterization: Analyze ore variability to predict processing behavior and optimize extraction methods.
• Mine Planning: Utilize geo-metallurgical models to inform mine design and scheduling, ensuring efficient resource extraction.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate with metallurgists to adjust processing plants for different ore types, improving recovery rates and reducing costs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with geology, mining, and processing departments to ensure cohesive and efficient operations.
• Environmental Management: Assist in the management of tailings and waste, ensuring environmentally responsible practices.
• Participates in development of geo-metallurgical strategies and identifies study targets with the aim of enhancing mineralogical understanding of mineral sand deposits.
• Consistently apply Safety and health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Function as a role model and support a workplace culture where safety and health for the site are paramount.

The incumbent will also be responsible for but not limited to:

• Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Understanding of the issues and processes related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, synthesize information, and reach informed and productive decisions.
• Data Gathering, Analysis & Reporting: Knowledge and effective utilization of tools, techniques, and processes for data gathering, analysis, and reporting in a particular department or division of a company.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources, to achieve project objectives.
• Mining Industry Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of industry developments, trends, and experiences related to exploration and mining methods.
• Mining Technologies and Systems: Knowledge of technologies and applications used in exploration/mining and mineral sands processing and ability to utilize these in the optimization of processes.
• Mine Planning: Knowledge and the associated ability to apply technical and mine planning knowledge to design programs that realize organizational requirements and objectives.
• Mining Engineering: Knowledge of and ability to design, model, benchmark, and reconcile methodologies in consideration of the mining environment, including geological and geotechnical factors, to deliver the safest and most cost-effective exploitation methodologies of in-ground minerals.
• Surveying Methods: Knowledge of the various survey methods used for gathering samples and data and ability to select the correct methods and analyses, evaluate and interpret results to support specific mine planning, management, and operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Honours Degree in Geology/Earth Sciences, BSC. Ing/Eng (4 year degree in Metallurgy) minimum, MSc or Ming/Eng advantageous.
• Work experience either in industry or research capacity 7-10 years at least.
• Proven experience in geo-metallurgy or a related role.
• Driver’s License (Mandatory).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and modeling tools.
• Drive for results, strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills.
• Should be able to work under pressure and troubleshoot effectively.  
• Excellent people management skills, the ability to effectively contribute to organizational goals and objectives within a multi-disciplinary team, will be key attributes, of a successful candidate.
• A demonstrated ability to strive for excellence in all areas of your work and implement improvements to business practices will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and analyze large data sets.

 

The following documentation should accompany your application:

• CV with certified below listed supporting documents (not older than 3-months.
• Identity Document (ID)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Grade 12 certificate
• Qualification

NOTE:

• Closing Date: 8 November 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
• 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 Sands within (4) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.