Tronox Bursary South Africa: Empowering Future Engineers and Surveyors
Tronox Bursary South Africa 2025: Empowering Future Engineers and Surveyors
Are you an aspiring engineer or surveyor in South Africa, looking for financial support to pursue your dreams? The Tronox Bursary 2025 is here to help you achieve your academic goals. This bursary is specifically designed to assist students pursuing undergraduate degrees in engineering and mining fields. Here’s everything you need to know about the Tronox Bursary Programme for the 2025 academic year.
About Tronox
Tronox is a leading global mining company that specializes in the extraction and processing of minerals like zircon and titanium ore. These minerals are used to produce titanium dioxide pigments, which are essential in manufacturing durable and bright products such as plastics, paints, and paper.
Tronox is not just a mining company; it is a global workforce known for its diversity, sustainability, and commitment to safety. The company operates worldwide, and in South Africa, it has significant operations in KwaZulu-Natal, including the Central Processing Complex in Empangeni and the Fairbreeze Mine at Mtunzini.
About the Tronox Bursary Programme
Tronox is inviting applications from students for their 2025 bursary programme. The bursary is aimed at students pursuing undergraduate degrees (BEng, BSc, BCom, BTech, or Advanced Diploma) in specific fields of study.
Fields Covered
The bursary will cover studies in the following areas:
- Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mine Engineering
- Mine Surveying
This bursary is particularly relevant for students who are connected to the KZN Sands Operation, located in Empangeni and Mtunzini, KwaZulu-Natal.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Tronox Bursary may include several steps, such as psychometric assessments, background screening, and medical examinations. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within four weeks of the application deadline. If you do not hear back within this period, consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Tronox Bursary 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- South African Citizenship: You must be a South African citizen.
- Educational Background: You must be in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Field of Study: You must be planning to study towards one of the specified qualifications.
- First-Year Students: You must be entering your first year of study in 2025.
- University Enrollment: You must be registered at a recognized and accredited university or university of technology in South Africa.
- Academic Record: You must have a strong academic record.
- SETA Registration: You must not be currently or previously registered with any SETA for any learning programme.
- Geographical Preference: Preference will be given to students residing in the following areas: Kwa Dube, Kwa Nzunza, Kwa Mkhwanazi, Ogagwini, Somopho, Macambini, Madlebe, Umhlathuze Municipality, Umlalazi Municipality, Mandeni Municipality.
How to Apply
Applications for the Tronox Bursary 2025 can be submitted via two methods:
1. Online Application:
- Visit the Tronox Bursary Application 2025 page and follow the instructions.
2. Email Application:
- Send your application to Recruitment.KZNSands@Tronox.com with the subject line “Tronox Bursary 2026”.
Note: Applicants should only apply via one method. Duplicate applications will not be considered.
Supporting Documents
Make sure to include the following certified documents with your application:
- ID Document: Certified copy
- Matric Certificate/Statement of Results: Certified copy
- Proof of Acceptance: Confirmation from a tertiary institution for 2026
- Curriculum Vitae: Brief CV (1 page)
- Proof of Residence: From Tribal Council (certified copy)
- Valid Driver’s License: If applicable (certified copy)
Important: All documents must be certified within the last three months.
Closing Date
The deadline to submit your application is 22 August 2025 at 16:00. Late applications will not be accepted, so ensure that you apply well in advance.
Contact Information
For any queries related to the Tronox Bursary, you can contact Tronox directly:
- Email: Recruitment.KZNSands@Tronox.com
- Contact Page: Tronox Contact Us
Conclusion
The Tronox Bursary 2025 is a valuable opportunity for students in engineering and mining fields to receive financial assistance and focus on their studies. If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss out on this chance to further your education and career. Apply today and take the first step towards a bright future in the mining industry!
For more bursary opportunities, visit our Bursaries Open for Application page.
