Tronox Bursary South Africa 2024

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – TRONOX

Tronox is a leading global mining company that focuses on the mining and processing of zircon, titanium ore, and many other minerals. Tronox produces titanium dioxide pigments that are used to brighten and add durability to items such as plastic, paper, and paints.

Tronox is a global workforce known for its diversity and commitment to business practices that are sustainable and safe- ensuring that value is brought to all who aid in the company’s growth (customers, shareholders, and business partners.)

KwaZulu-Natal is one of Tronox’s many Sands Operations. The KwaZulu-Natal Sands operation is located in Empangeni and consists of the Central Processing Complex in Empangeni, and the Fairbreeze Mine at Mtunzini. Hydraulic mining techniques are used at the Fairbreeze Mines, and the main mineral extracted from this mine is heavy mineral concentrate (HMC.) The Fairbreeze Mines then transport the HMC to the Mineral Separation Plant in Empangeni, where it is used to produce rutile, zircoin, and ilmenite. The supply chain of this mineral is essential to not only Tronox KwaZulu-Natal but also their 694 employees and the country as a whole.
 

ABOUT THE TRONOX BURSARY – FIELDS COVERED

Tronox is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2024 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within Empangeni and Richards Bay (KwaZulu-Natal), for undergraduate studies studies within the following fields:

  • Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (National Diploma) (1st year only)
  • Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (BSc/ BEng) (2nd year only)
  • Information Technology (National Diploma) (1st year only)
  • Mine Surveying (BSc/ BEng) (1st or 2nd year)
  • Mine Engineering (BSc/BEng) (1st or 2nd year)

These bursary opportunities are available at Tronox KZN Sands Operations, in Empangeni and Mtunzini.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE TRONOX BURSARY – SELECTION

Applicants will undergo a pre-screening evaluation as part of the selection process. Psychometric evaluations may also form part of the selection process.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – if you do not receive any feedback within 4 weeks of the application deadline, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Tronox Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must reside within Empangeni or Richards Bay, in KwaZulu-Natal province
  • You must have completed Matric
  • You must be a top performing student
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards one of the qualifications listed above, in 2024
  • You must be in your 1st or 2nd year of study in 2024 (as listed above)
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa
  • Females students and students living with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY

Applications must be submitted via email to: Recruitment.KZNSands@Tronox.com
(Insert the words “Tronox Bursary 2024” in the email subject line).
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your email application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application will be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Latest academic record, if available (certified copy)
  • Proof of registration / acceptance letter for 2024 (on institutions letterhead)
  • Brief Curriculum Vitae (1 page)
  • Proof of residence from Tribal Council (TC)

Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of above documents to apply.
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY

19 April 2024 (at 16:00).
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE TRONOX BURSARY

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Tronox directly:
Email: Recruitment.KZNSands@Tronox.com
Contact portal: https://www.tronox.com/contact-us/
 

Please do NOT contact Tronox if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in April 2024.

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