Kahn Lyall
About Kahn Lyall
Kahn Lyall is a Senior Project Engineer at Tronox, where he has worked since 2012, specializing in contractor management and technical solution optimization. He holds a double degree in Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry, as well as a Master's in Business and Administration from the University of Tasmania.
Work at Tronox
Kahn Lyall has been employed at Tronox as a Senior Project Engineer since 2012. Over the course of 12 years, he has developed a strong focus on contractor management, emphasizing safety, quality, time, and cost control. His role involves leading design and technical reviews to enhance technical solutions. Lyall effectively communicates with various stakeholders, including operations, maintenance, finance, safety, and legal departments, as well as external contractors and government representatives.
Education and Expertise
Kahn Lyall holds a Double Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry from the University of Tasmania, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Business and Administration from the same university, studying from 2009 to 2015. His educational background supports his extensive experience in project engineering and contractor management.
Background
Before joining Tronox, Kahn Lyall worked as a Project Engineer at Nyrstar in Hobart from 2006 to 2012. This six-year experience provided him with a solid foundation in project management within the heavy industrial sector. His background includes a strong emphasis on safe systems of work, including permits and Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA).
Mentorship and Leadership
Kahn Lyall has been actively mentoring graduate project engineers for the past three years. His mentorship focuses on developing the skills of new engineers in the field, sharing his extensive knowledge and experience in project management and contractor oversight.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Kahn Lyall possesses significant technical skills, including experience with SAP specifically in project transactions. His competencies include managing safe systems of work and conducting thorough technical reviews, which are essential in optimizing project outcomes in a heavy industrial context.