Process Control Engineer

Tronox Limited; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38-hour week

9-day fortnight

Bonus scheme

Long Service Leave access

Company paid salary continuance

Annual leave purchase program

Health related programs

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Tronox Limited in Kwinana, WA seeks a motivated Process Control Engineer to maintain and improve plant automation systems across all operations. You will work with DeltaV DCS, Honeywell systems, and Allen-Bradley PLCs, driving reliability, safety, and process improvements.

The role combines field work with programming, commissioning, and continuous improvement in a permanent, 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with preference for Control Systems, Electrical, Automation or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial automation, control system programming, and troubleshooting.
• Exposure to DeltaV DCS, Honeywell DCS, and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs (highly regarded).
• A sound understanding of electrical systems, industrial communications, and control system architecture.
• Experience with SCADA systems, data historians, databases, and process control networks.
• Exposure to PI Vision, Power BI, SEEQ, or similar data and visualisation tools.
• Knowledge of process safety principles, incident investigations, and Management of Change processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside Operations and Maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the operability, availability, and reliability of plant process control systems and applications.
• Lead the Plant Alarm Rationalisation Program by analysing alarm performance and reducing nuisance alarms.
• Support the implementation of process control infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and system enhancements.
• Develop, modify, and commission control strategies and automation sequences.
• Work with Production teams to implement improved process control models and operating strategies.
• Ensure Management of Change (MOC) requirements are followed for all control system modifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation, hardware, software, and control system issues.
• Translate operational and technical requirements into practical process control solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process control documentation and standards.
• Provide technical support for capital projects, plant modifications, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support and maintain industrial networks, SCADA systems, PLCs, Servers, Databases and associated control infrastructure

Skills

Industrial automation

Control system programming

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (Control Systems preferred)

Tools

DeltaV DCS

Honeywell DCS

Allen-Bradley PLCs

SCADA

PI Vision

Power BI

SEEQ

Job description

Tronox is the world’s leading vertically integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products you encounter every day. We are 5,700 people strong, located across six continents and unified by a strong set of values that guide us in our work. At our mines and manufacturing plants, labs and offices, we responsibly transform the earth’s resources into products and opportunities that enhance lives. Our vision is to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals.

In return for your commitment, we offer a comprehensive and rewarding package that includes:

• Work-Life Balance, Your Way:Enjoy a 38-hour workweek with the option for a compressed 9-day fortnight—more long weekends, anyone?
• Celebrate Your Wins:Be eligible for the Tronox bonus scheme because your hard work deserves recognition
• Long Service, sooner:Early access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata)
• Peace of Mind:Company paid salary continuance, journey, TPD & life insurances
• More Time for You:Top up your holidays with our annual leave purchase program
• Health & Wellness Perks:Annual health related programs and benefits
• Extend your learning:Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional development

At Tronox, we offer more than just a role—we provide the tools, support, and opportunities to help you achieve your career aspirations.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Process Control Engineer to join our Kwinana team on a permanent basis (38-hour week, 9-day fortnight).

As part of the Process Control Team, you will play a key role in maintaining, improving, and supporting the plant's automation and control systems across all operational areas. Working closely with Operations and Maintenance teams, you will ensure the reliability and performance of critical control infrastructure, including DeltaV DCS, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Honeywell systems, SCADA, networks, and associated infrastructure. You will also work on identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance safety, productivity, product quality, and cost performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys a combination of field work, troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and continuous improvement. You will be involved in implementing control strategies, delivering automation improvements, supporting capital projects, and helping drive operational excellence across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the operability, availability, and reliability of plant process control systems and applications.
• Lead the Plant Alarm Rationalisation Program by analysing alarm performance and reducing nuisance alarms.
• Support the implementation of process control infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and system enhancements.
• Develop, modify, and commission control strategies and automation sequences.
• Work with Production teams to implement improved process control models and operating strategies.
• Ensure Management of Change (MOC) requirements are followed for all control system modifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation, hardware, software, and control system issues.
• Translate operational and technical requirements into practical process control solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process control documentation and standards.
• Provide technical support for capital projects, plant modifications, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support and maintain industrial networks, SCADA systems, PLCs, Servers, Databases and associated control infrastructure

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Engineering with a preference for Control Systems, Electrical, Automation or a related discipline.
• Experience in industrial automation, control system programming, and troubleshooting.
• Exposure to DeltaV DCS, Honeywell DCS, and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs (highly regarded).
• A sound understanding of electrical systems, industrial communications, and control system architecture.
• Experience with SCADA systems, data historians, databases, and process control networks.
• Exposure to PI Vision, Power BI, SEEQ, or similar data and visualisation tools
• Knowledge of process safety principles, incident investigations, and Management of Change processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside Operations and Maintenance teams.
• A proactive, accountable, and solutions-focused approach.

Applications close on 21 October 2026.

Tronox is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.