Vhutshilo Phamphe

Vhutshilo Phamphe is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in process engineering and project management within the mining and metallurgical sectors. Currently serving as the Lead Commissioning Engineer for the ZAR 2 billion Copper Circuit Debottlenecking Project at Valterra Platinum, Vhutshilo coordinates multidisciplinary teams to achieve performance targets. Prior roles include Senior Process Engineer positions at both Valterra Platinum and Anglo American, focusing on process safety management and asset integrity. Vhutshilo's notable achievements include leading a construction team for the ZAR 65 million plant debottlenecking project at Rustenburg Base Metals Refinery and overseeing the USD 45 million Boss Mining Luita Restart FEED study. With a solid foundation in chemical engineering from the University of the Witwatersrand, Vhutshilo has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing operational safety and efficiency throughout a diverse career in various engineering roles.