Willem L Den Heijer

Willem L Den Heijer is an accomplished energy management professional with extensive experience in various sectors, currently serving as Energy Manager at Samancor Chrome since February 2021. Prior to this role, Willem was the Director of the School of Mechanical Engineering and an Associate Professor at North-West University from July 2017 to February 2021, contributing to innovative engineering education. Willem's previous positions include Program Manager at Ensight Energy Solutions, where significant advancements were made in energy leadership programs, and Business Unit Leader at Energy Cybernetics, overseeing energy consulting and process optimization. Willem holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering/Energy Engineering from North-West University, along with multiple certifications from the Association of Energy Engineers, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.