Nick Ellis
About Nick Ellis
Nick Ellis serves as the Director of Technology & Improvement at Tronox, where he has worked since 2019. He has over 20 years of experience in the hazardous chemicals industry, holding various roles at Tronox and previously at BHP Billiton.
Current Role at Tronox
Nick Ellis currently serves as the Director of Technology & Improvement at Tronox, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and driving improvement initiatives within the Australian region. His responsibilities do not include IT, allowing him to concentrate on technology and process advancements.
Previous Positions at Tronox
Nick Ellis has held multiple positions at Tronox over the years. He worked as a Production Superintendent from 1999 to 2002 in Bunbury, Australia, and later served as an Improvement Facilitator in Perth from 2003 to 2004. He continued to progress within the company, taking on roles such as Production Superintendent - Area 1, Projects & Process Control Superintendent, and Technical Engineering Manager, culminating in eight years in the latter role from 2011 to 2019 in Bunbury.
Education and Qualifications
Nick Ellis studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Newcastle, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) from 1988 to 1994. He furthered his education at Mt Eliza Business School, completing the Residential General Management Program in 2016 and obtaining a Certificate IV in Frontline Management. These qualifications support his expertise in process safety and business improvement strategies.
Industry Experience
With extensive experience in the hazardous chemicals industry, Nick Ellis has developed a strong background in process safety and business improvement. Prior to his tenure at Tronox, he worked at BHP Billiton as a Process Plant Superintendent from 2005 to 2007 in Ravensthorpe. His career reflects a commitment to leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and implementing effective operational strategies.