Process Engineer, Project Engineer, Metallurgical Engineer, Business Improvement Specialist, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Business Analyst

Providing technical support and leading improvement projects within the refinery (Effluent and Sodium Plant
and Nickel Tank house) to ensure process safety, cost effective process and achievement of required
process quality. This is achieved through process audits to identify process enhancement opportunities.
• Improved water recoveries at the Effluent and Sodium plant from <50% to 70%, prioritizing grey water use for sustainability, showcasing strategic planning and commitment to water management.
• Played a key role in various projects, including the ongoing Effluent Plant Surge Capacity project and feasibility studies for Sodium Sulphate Silo Replacement and New Automated Filter Plant. Demonstrated project management, analytical, and collaboration skills for successful project outcomes.
• Enhanced Nickel quality from 50% to >90% through comprehensive analysis and improvement processes, showcasing problem-solving proficiency and a strategic approach to quality improvement in production.
• Demonstrated adaptability and reliability by serving as Metallurgical Technical Engineer during absences at the Nickel Tank House and Effluent & Sodium Plant, ensuring the smooth operation of crucial technical processes.

Acted in a senior role where I demonstrated safety leadership and upheld company values, overseeing the safety and management of dispatching activities and the Packing and Transport section with a team of over 50 employees.
• Meticulously planned, organized, and coordinated day-to-day activities, resulting in efficient packaging processes and consistently on-time dispatch of finished products.
• Demonstrated strategic resource allocation skills to prevent operational delays and minimize overtime costs, contributing to streamlined processes and cost-effectiveness
• Collaborated seamlessly with the marketing department to align production activities with customer needs, ensuring the responsiveness of the operation to market demands.
• Effectively managed operating and production costs, consistently meeting and exceeding established budgetary targets, contributing to financial sustainability.

Providing technical support within the refinery (Utilities, Copper Tankhouse and Cobalt Plant) to ensure process
safety, cost effective process and to achieve required process quality through continued process monitoring
and continuous improvement.
• Automated formalin addition at the Cobalt Plant, reducing formalin fumes from >60% above OEL to <20% above OEL and increasing Cobalt recoveries from 65% to >80%.
• Played a key role in designing and commissioning the acid tank replacement project at the Cobalt Sulphate Plant, applying engineering expertise to ensure innovative designs met industry standards. Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful project execution, overseeing the seamless integration and functionality of the newly designed acid tanks. Communicated design specifications and commissioning outcomes to stakeholders, highlighting strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Integral member of a task team that successfully improved boiler performance by 20% through the application of operational excellence tools. Led comprehensive equipment, process, and operational analysis, identifying areas for enhancement.

Rotated as a project lead within the graduate program, showcasing leadership and project management skills.
Successfully led a team through project initiatives, gaining valuable hands-on experience in planning,
execution, and coordination.
• Led a team of graduate metallurgists in successfully executing two projects to test the IsaMill technology in two concentrators at Anglo American. Managed the projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• The outcomes of the tests provided critical insights that gave clear direction to management on whether the IsaMill technology was worth implementing in other sites.
• Played a pivotal role in the evaluation and documentation of project outcomes, presenting findings to relevant stakeholders. Highlighted the capacity to lead, collaborate, and deliver successful projects in a dynamic and technically challenging environment.