TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

Senior Reliability Engineer

Tronox

Job Description

Qualifications
  • BTech/BSC/BEng in Electrical Engineering
  • Driver's License (Mandatory)
  • High level of Computer skills (Mandatory)
  • ECSA professional registration (Advantageous)
  • GCC mines and works and/or factories (Advantageous)
Years of related prior experience

At least 4 years' experience as a professional in training or as a practitioner post-BTech/BSC/BEng (Mandatory

Recommended
  • Good Knowledge of mineral processing, smelting plant equipment.
  • Knowledgeable on online condition monitoring techniques (Proactive Defect elimination).
  • Good knowledge of Technical Maintenance Techniques, principles, and strategies.
  • Good understanding of Reliability-Centred Maintenance processes (RCM) and principles.
  • Good understanding of the root cause failure analysis techniques (Reactive Defect Elimination).
  • Highly abreast with problem-solving skills.
  • Fair knowledge of Project Management.
Job Specification (Outputs)
  • Approve and assist with specifying the installation steps of Electrical equipment to comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Specialize in analyzing and/or systematic problem solving on large or repetitive problems and come up with recommendations.
  • Monitor and benchmark failure trends on key assets.
  • Identify and mitigate asset-related risks.
  • Quantify the value of improvements and compile a business case for it.
  • Review condition monitoring results and trends.
  • Use Equipment Life cycle costing (LCC) to select the most cost-effective assets.
  • Recommend repair / Replacement decisions using LCC analysis.
  • Analyze and recommend optimal spare stockholding.
  • Track and investigate warranty claims.
Specialized support
  • Track and monitor equipment performance.
  • Standby support to artisans afterhours
  • VSD fault finding and programming (Parameters), as well as ABB ACS 600, ABB ACS 800, ABB ACS 880, Danfos and WEG knowledge.
  • PEC control unit, ACS800PEC controller. Require faultfinding and programming
  • Knowledge on MATLAB control thyristor.
  • Siemens sime Code for DOL starters
  • Insum - DOL starters, OS software
  • AC drives on cranes.
  • Electrical reticulation 132kV, 33Kv, 11Kv, 525Kv & 400V
  • Knowledge on transformers Furnaces and distribution
  • Knowledge on Rectifiers 12 pulse and HV 50Kv
  • Knowledge on Emergency generators
  • Knowledge on TRX sensitive E/F, O/C, short circuit, pressures, VT'S CT's , bus zone.
  • Conduct equipment failure analysis (Root Cause Failure Analysis).
  • Develop and maintain equipment maintenance strategies by applying Reliability-Centered Maintenance principles/methodology.
  • Conduct high-level mechanical problem-solving.
  • Specify the RAMS of a new asset to be acquired.
  • Facilitate the process to optimize maintenance tactics.
  • Support the Electrical maintenance processes.
  • Support with inputs relating to day-to-day maintenance activities and maintenance KPIs.
SHEQ and Compliance
  • Develop, maintain, and improve safe operational- and engineering standards and continuously review specifications and schedules.
  • Ensure equipment integrity is maintained according to safety standards.
  • Maintain SHEQ standards (ISO 14000; 9000 and 4500 systems).
  • Conduct timeous investigation of incidents and ensure adequate remedial action is implemented.
  • Execute and drive safety programs.
  • Ensure effective risk management by identifying hazardous activities and mitigation measures on a continuous basis.
Customer Relationships
  • Manage internal and external relations, including the interface with external providers or other functions responsible for ensuring that the business needs are met.
  • Represent Tronox at applicable forums.
  • Provide relevant and specialized support to applicable stakeholders.
Process Efficiency
  • Assume responsibility for meeting production targets.
  • Ensure the optimal use of available resources, both people and equipment.
  • Assume responsibility for the quality of work conducted within the functional area.
  • Conduct troubleshooting to identify a root cause for substandard equipment and maintenance processes.
  • Complete, process, and update all records and related documentation.
Best Practice and Continuous Improvement
  • Ensure business systems are maintained and optimized by conducting continuous research.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives, projects, and processes toward ensuring focused business growth and alignment with international standards / practices.

CLOSING DATE : 27 MARCH 2026

About This Role

Career insights for Validation Engineers positions

Salary Benchmark
R44,155/month
R31,833 to R60,688/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
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Job Overview

Date Posted
25 Mar 2026
Location
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Validation Engineers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R44,155/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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