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Company
Valterra Platinum
Location
Polokwane
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
8 days ago
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Job Description
Company Description
Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.
As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.
Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.
If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Number of positions: 1
Location of position: Polokwane Smelter
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Achievement of safe production performance levels through the effective maintenance of equipment
• Attend and conduct Safety meeting
• Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates
• Attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
• Comply to environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Maintains a high quality of work
• Timely and accurate information
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Works in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks
Good employee relations
• Ensuring effective teamwork
• Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications of possible conflict
• Ensure that subordinates have clear work expectations and plans
• Conduct on the job induction
• Support, coach and participate in the training and development of subordinates and apprentices
• Effective two way open communication with subordinates and line supervisor
• Report at risk behavior, incidents and injuries
• Interacting with other departments
• Advising defects and abnormalities to appropriate supervisor or manager
• Recommend employees suitable for career developing
This role is at a C2 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Grade 12 and Technical Trade Specific N2
• Electrician Trade Certificate
Experience
• None
Knowledge And Skills
• English literate (speak, read and write)
• Must be able to do standby and overtime
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures
• Valid driving license code 08
• Basic Computer Skills
Additional Information
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.
We Offer
• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.
Inclusion and Diversity
Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone
Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.
As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.
Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.
If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Number of positions: 1
Location of position: Polokwane Smelter
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Achievement of safe production performance levels through the effective maintenance of equipment
• Attend and conduct Safety meeting
• Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates
• Attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
• Comply to environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Maintains a high quality of work
• Timely and accurate information
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Works in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks
Good employee relations
• Ensuring effective teamwork
• Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications of possible conflict
• Ensure that subordinates have clear work expectations and plans
• Conduct on the job induction
• Support, coach and participate in the training and development of subordinates and apprentices
• Effective two way open communication with subordinates and line supervisor
• Report at risk behavior, incidents and injuries
• Interacting with other departments
• Advising defects and abnormalities to appropriate supervisor or manager
• Recommend employees suitable for career developing
This role is at a C2 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Grade 12 and Technical Trade Specific N2
• Electrician Trade Certificate
Experience
• None
Knowledge And Skills
• English literate (speak, read and write)
• Must be able to do standby and overtime
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures
• Valid driving license code 08
• Basic Computer Skills
Additional Information
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.
We Offer
• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.
Inclusion and Diversity
Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R29.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026. This applies to all grades with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week.
What PSIRA registration is required to work as a security guard in South Africa?
As per the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority, all security guards must hold a valid PSIRA Grade E to A certificate renewed annually at R180. Unregistered work carries a fine of R50,000 or 12 months imprisonment effective 2026.
What documents are needed to apply for a security guard job in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid ID, PSIRA certificate, SAPS clearance, and proof of address. Applications require these exact documents uploaded via the official ESSA portal by 31 December 2026.
What are the standard working hours and annual leave for security guards in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, security guards work a maximum of 45 hours per week with 15 days paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Night shift allowances are R4.50 per hour from 2026.
