Gerhard Van Wyk
About Gerhard Van Wyk
Gerhard Van Wyk is the Process Manager: Minerals at thyssenkrupp, with extensive experience in metallurgy and process management.
Current Position at thyssenkrupp
Gerhard Van Wyk holds the position of Process Manager: Minerals at thyssenkrupp. In this role, he oversees various duties related to the minerals processing industry. One of his key responsibilities includes managing the local HPGR specific test facility, capable of processing samples ranging from a few kilograms to hundreds of tons. He also offers process support to the after-sales department during site visits and surveys.
Previous Roles at thyssenkrupp
Before becoming the Process Manager: Minerals, Gerhard Van Wyk worked as a Product Manager at thyssenkrupp from 2006 to 2011. During his tenure, he gained valuable experience in product management and various other facets of the business that contributed to his current role.
Experience at IMS Engineering (Pty) Ltd
Gerhard Van Wyk has had significant roles at IMS Engineering (Pty) Ltd. He served as Marketing Manager: Kawasaki from 2004 to 2006, and prior to that, he was a Product Manager from 2003 to 2004. These roles allowed him to develop his marketing and product management skills within the engineering industry.
Educational Background
Gerhard Van Wyk graduated with a BEng in Metallurgy (Extractive) from the University of Pretoria. His academic foundation from 1995 to 1998 provided him with the necessary technical knowledge to excel in various engineering and managerial roles throughout his career.
Early Career at AngloGold Ashanti
Gerhard Van Wyk began his career as a Metallurgical Engineer at AngloGold Ashanti. From 1999 to 2003, he gained extensive experience in metallurgical engineering, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the minerals and engineering sectors.