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: 4

Location of positions: Borwa, Mototolo Complex

The General Miner has a legal accountability for construction blasting in terms of the MHSA and will be required to contribute and assist the mining team with the execution of all tasks relating to the role. The role for a General Miner is varied in the mining structure from moving men, material and ore to construction within the mining domain.

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

Ensure that the working areas are safe through inspections. Ensure that safety and mining standards are adhered to. Ensure that up to date operating standards and procedures are communicated, applied and understood by the team. Manage explosives and prepare blasting area to standard to ensure safe effective blasting. Monitor and correct the process regularly to ensure conformance to and understanding of standards. Continuously liaising with supervisors and team Continues liaison with the Shift Supervisor or Shaft Foreman in relation to operations and maintenance activities Compile an accurate shift report and forms to record operational progress and material orders Ensure that required job instructions and checklists are available to the team members

Qualifications

-Grade 12 National Certificate NQF Level 3 Rock Breaker or Valid Blasting Certificate for underground (Hard Rock)

Experience:

1 to 3 years' experience as a Miner /Crew Captain Trackless mining experience will be advantageous

Additional requirements

Medical Fitness Certificate

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 at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date

10 August 2025


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