Ivo Bonekamp
About Ivo Bonekamp
Ivo Bonekamp is an Operations Manager Base at Tronox, with a robust background in metallurgical engineering and extensive experience in production management across various companies in the mining and minerals sector. He emphasizes safety leadership and accountability, fostering a high-performance culture within his teams.
Work at Tronox
Ivo Bonekamp has been serving as the Operations Manager Base at Tronox since 2019. In this role, he oversees the operational aspects of a benchmark site for high-pressure chloride process TiO2 manufacturing in Bunbury, WA, Australia. His responsibilities include ensuring efficient production processes and fostering a culture of accountability and alignment within the team. Bonekamp played a significant role in the transition and integration process during the acquisition of Cristal by Tronox, which led to his promotion to this managerial position.
Previous Experience in Metallurgy and Production Management
Before joining Tronox, Ivo Bonekamp accumulated extensive experience in various roles within the metallurgy and production management sectors. He worked as a Production Manager at Nyrstar, overseeing operations related to copper, zinc, and tellurium. His previous positions include Processing Superintendent at Evolution Mining and Mill Production Superintendent at Barrick Gold Corporation. Bonekamp also held roles at Nyrstar as a Senior Plant Metallurgist and at Columbus Stainless as a Process Engineer, where he managed complex metallurgical and chemical processes.
Education and Expertise
Ivo Bonekamp holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Raw Materials Technology (Metallurgical Engineering) from Technische Universiteit Delft, which he attended from 1993 to 1999. His educational background also includes preparatory high school studies at St. Michiel - Geleen. Bonekamp's expertise encompasses safety leadership, risk management, and the management of complex metallurgical processes, including copper solvent extraction and PGM electrowinning.
Background in the Mining and Metallurgical Industry
Ivo Bonekamp's career in the mining and metallurgical industry began in 1997 as a Student Metallurgist at BHP World Minerals in Reno, Nevada. He later worked at Aurubis AG as a Thesis Student and Project Superintendent. His diverse experience spans multiple countries, including Australia, South Africa, and Germany, where he has developed a strong foundation in production management and metallurgical processes.
Leadership and Team Development
In his current role and previous positions, Ivo Bonekamp emphasizes fostering a high-performance culture within his teams. He focuses on accountability and alignment, ensuring that team members are engaged and committed to achieving operational goals. His strong background in safety leadership and risk management further supports his efforts to maintain safe and efficient production environments.