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.


Add Location : This role is based in Amandelbult





-As the Production Manager, you would hold a legal 3.1a appointment in terms of the Mines Health & Safety Act (MHSA) and is therefore overall responsible to all company stakeholders to ensure a safe and profitable management of the Production Area with a 3-5 years' timeframe accountability.


Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities. Develop discipline-specific plans / systems to reduce exposure to risks. Design and approve operational risk management systems to assess critical risks and monitor effectiveness of critical controls. Directing and support Mine Performance in alignment with Business Strategies and goals Facilitating Mine decisions Identifying improvement opportunities Managing ownership of Mine initiatives Representing the Mine as well as managing risks and threats to Mine proactively Providing support for improved performance Providing support with the development and acceptance of business plans and strategies
This role is in the Mining Department at a Band 5 level reporting to the General Manager



Qualifications

-Professional qualifications in Mining (degree or national diploma) Mine Manager Certificate of competency Blasting Certificate Exposure to 3.1a legal appointment Financial qualification or post graduate degree will be advantageous

To be successful, you will have the following experience:

At least 10 years mining management experience, in which 3 to 5 years must be in a mechanised mine. Project management experience Valid Code 08 drivers licence If successful, you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness Test and Psychometric Assessment

Additional Information

-What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact


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

20 July 2025


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