Madelein Bezuidenhout

Qualifications:      B.Eng. (Chemical) & Black Belt Six Sigma

Madelein Bezuidenhout is a broadly trained Chemical Engineer with over 10 years of post-qualified experience in metallurgical and technical projects. She currently serves as a Business Analyst and Process Engineer at Fraser McGill, where she specialises in the mining and minerals industry. Her expertise encompasses Project Management, Statistical Analysis for Process Improvement, and the development of bankable Concept and Feasibility Studies

Madelein’s professional career began at Western Platinum Limited (Lonmin) in 2012, and she officially entered the industry as a Coordinator Process Engineer in 2015 after completing her B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at North-West University. Early in her career, she demonstrated a commitment to technical excellence by obtaining an international certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt, which provided her with advanced statistical tools for solving complex engineering problems.

Throughout her tenure at Lonmin and later Sibanye-Stillwater, Madelein held several key roles, including Practitioner Process Engineer, Supervisor Metallurgist, and Superintendent Metallurgist. Her work during this period was characterised by operational leadership and technical innovation, particularly in Platinum Group Metals (PGM) beneficiation. She gained significant experience in metals accounting, flotation plant optimisation, and milling circuit efficiencies. A notable career milestone included her role in commissioning the Bulk Tailings Treatment (BTT) plant, where she managed quality controls and optimised plant parameters to meet stringent service level agreements.

In her current role at Fraser McGill, Madelein has expanded her scope to include financial modelling, life of mine analysis, and infrastructure requirements for various commodities, including chrome and base metals. She is proficient in navigating the complexities of the National Instrument 43-101 reporting and has co-authored definitive feasibility studies for international mining operations. Her work often involves high-level stakeholder engagement, where she provides business analytical insights to help boards prioritise capital in constrained environments.

Madelein is also a dedicated advocate for women in engineering, actively promoting leadership development, mentorship, and the use of professional networking platforms to bridge gender gaps in the profession. She recently achieved Project Management accreditation in 2026 to further enhance her capability to lead high-impact projects.

Currently registered as a Candidate Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), Madelein is prospering to become a Professional Engineer. Her professional identity is defined by a strong foundation of ethical conduct, sound engineering judgment, and a continuous drive for operational excellence.

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