Anita Penney

Anita Penney is a seasoned professional in engineering and consultancy, currently serving as a Consultant at ArcelorMittal since April 2024. Previously, Anita was a Supervisor at DRA Global from November 2021 to February 2024, overseeing operations at the Water plant at Elandsfontein phosphate mine. From January 2001 to February 2020, Anita worked as a Senior Process Engineer at ArcelorMittal, where responsibilities included managing ISO standards, executing optimization projects, and overseeing water systems. Earlier experience includes roles as a Process Engineer at Siemens VAI, focusing on plant operations and commissioning, and as an Engineer at Iscor, managing a team of technicians and overseeing utilities contracts. Academic credentials include an MCom in Business Management from Johannesburg University and a BSc Eng in Physical Metallurgy and Material Science from the University of Witwatersrand.