Debbie Erasmus

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Practice Lead Processing Technology at South32

Greater Perth Area, Australia

Overview

Debbie Erasmus is a Practice Lead in Processing Technology at South32 with over 27 years of global experience in metallurgical production and hydrometallurgy. A graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, she has led projects in gold, base metals, and battery recycling across North America, Africa, China, and Australia.

She is a passionate advocate for women in STEM and comes from a family with deep roots in the mining industry. Debbie grew up on mining properties in South Africa and is a third-generation miner, following her father and both grandfathers into the profession.

Unique fact: She was instrumental in the design and installation of the worlds first semi-automated nickel refinery while at Anglo Platinum.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Value Seeker

Cautious & Analytical

They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.  They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Topics They Care About

Mining Innovation
Her current work involves developing "Next Generation projects, " with a focus on green technologies, decarbonization, and circularity in mining.
Battery & Future Metals
She actively recruits for roles in #batterymetals and #copper, has experience in lithium battery recycling, and is involved in a high-impurity copper study.
Women in STEM
As a pioneering female engineer, she is a strong advocate for women in mining and advises young women to dream big and pursue exciting careers in science.

Media Appearances

Debbie has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2020
Practice Lead Processing Technology at South32
1-2017 - 1-2020
Independent Consultant at Self-employed
4-2012 - 11-2016
Principal Process Engineer at Core Resources Pty Ltd
4-2006 - 1-2012
Senior Process Engineer at Anglo Platinum
9-2004 - 3-2006
Senior BIOX Metallurgist at Goldfields

Education

2008 - 2010
MSc Hydrometallurgy from University of Cape Town
2002 - 2005
GDE (Industrial Engineering) from University of the Witwatersrand

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Insights For Selling To Debbie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Back up any claims with data and numbers
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Debbie is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Debbie

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Debbie move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Debbie take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And Debbie

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