Asset Improvement Engineer - Mechanical (17227)

With approximately 6,500 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world.

We’re committed to our people, our customers, and our communities. With a broad global reach and deep local roots, we embrace and celebrate the unique character and culture of every place we call home. From the west coast of Australia to the east coast of the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, and from mines to research and development labs, we bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day.

About Tronox

We are seeking bright and brilliant people to join our team. 

Tronox is a fully integrated titanium minerals producer and pigment manufacturer. Across our Australian operations, we extract and process rich mineral sands into a range of valuable products including ilmenite, zircon, rutile and titanium dioxide pigment which are then exported to international markets.

Our sites are part of the global operations of Tronox Limited, the world’s leading integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting an Asset Improvement (Mechanical) Engineer to join our South West Technology and Improvement team on a full time basis. The Asset Improvement Engineer will be accountable for the strategic oversight of the plant’s assets through the execution of improvement and integrity programs to ensure assets are performing to their desired function over its life cycle (e.g. major fixed assets, structural infrastructure) and the support and execution of asset improvement projects.

This role will be predominately based at our Northshore Mineral Separation Plant in Bunbury with occasional travel to our Wonnerup Mine site in Busselton. Working a 9 day fortnight where you will be home every night. 

Key responsibilities include:  

• Project management and execution of asset improvement and integrity projects such as corrosion and concrete remediation programs.
• Managing and supervising contractors on the execution of remediation programs to ensure work is performed in a safely manner by adhering to Tronox SHE policies and standards.
• Influencing and governing the asset integrity compliance, and inspection process, developing and defining methods, process and scope of inspection.
• Assisting maintenance and production departments with engineering, structural and civil related queries and providing support to develop asset strategies as required.
• Aligning computerised maintenance management systems and inspection databases to support our processes.
• Undertaking fitness for service reviews and Risk Based Inspections on major equipment.
• Reviewing, updating engineering standards and developing specifications for equipment.
• Developing and maintaining a 10 year plan for the business unit
• Continuously identify opportunities for risk and cost reduction in the business

About You
 To be successful in this role you will need to possess:

• Tertiary engineering qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous experience in Maintenance or Asset integrity gained within a mining or fixed plant environment.
• Project management experience.
• Familiarity with relevant Australian Standards
• The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with key stakeholders at various levels within the business.
• Previous experience managing contractors and consultants
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Why Join Tronox?

In return for your commitment, you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package that includes;

• 38 hour average week with a compressed 9 day fortnight option 
• Eligibility to participate in the Tronox bonus scheme 
• 12.5% Superannuation
• Early access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata)
• An annual leave purchase program
• Discounted health and wellness benefits 
• Company paid salary continuance, journey, TPD & life insurances
• Novated leasing options available
• A service award program
• A high performance and inclusive culture where people are seen as people.
• Relocation support to Bunbury 

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.