Process Engineer

Company Description

The Process Engineer at Rustenburg Metals Base Refinery is responsible for motivating and integrating innovative plant design into an operating refinery environment. Without reliable, robust process design, efficient production is impossible.

By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too.

Number of positions: 1

Location of positions: Rustenburg Base Metal Refiners

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Safety: Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Performance and Delivery:
  • Responsible for compiling Process Design Criteria.
  • Develops projects business cases.
  • Conduct capacity reviews and historic trend analysis for various plant productive units.
  • Developing and reviewing Process Flow Diagrams and P&IDs.
  • Actively participate in the development and implementation of effective commissioning processes.
  • Compiling Process Control Philosophy (consolidation of PFDs, P&IDs) for the purpose of software coding.
  • Actively participating in HazOP and LoPA studies.
  • Facilitation of key liaison between Process Engineering/Production teams and Project Management team.
  • Developing Pilot Standard Operating Procedures for new initiatives/projects.
  • Liaising with OEMs.
  • Assessment and development of operational readiness plans (constructability and overall logical sequencing of project steps).
• People & Teams: Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversity, supports engagement and fosters continuous improvement to work processes.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance to Anglo American internal and external compliance (legislative, regulatory, permitting) requirements.

This role is at a Band 6 level reporting to the Senior Process Engineer.

Qualifications

• Completed Matric
• BEng in Metallurgy/Mineral Processing or Chemical Engineering (Prescribed)
• BSc Honours in Metallurgy/Mineral Processing or Chemical Engineering (Desirable)

Certifications

• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license

Experience

• 5 - 7 years relevant working experience
• At least 5 years’ experience within a Production and Projects-based environment.

Technical Knowledge

• Production experience within Hydrometallurgical environment would be highly advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of pumping systems/agitation systems and line sizing.
• In-depth knowledge of slurry and saline solution pumping systems.

Technical Skills

• Advanced skills in Process Modelling/design (Mass/energy balance).
• Proficient skills in understanding Process Safety Management systems (HazOps/LoPAs processes).
• Advanced knowledge of relevant SAP knowledge is advantageous.
• PI process book knowledge advantageous.
• Advanced/Expert Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint user.
• Proficient statistical analysis ability advantageous.
• Fluent/Advanced in English verbal and written communication.

Additional Information

Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.

As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing date: 21 April 2025

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