Job Description

Company Description
Valterra Platinum is the world's leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.
Our business is at the heart of the broader Southern African economic and social landscape and we are committed to working towards a safe, sustainable, competitive and profitable business that benefits our country, our communities, our people, and our shareholders.
If you're driven by purpose, performance and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. At Valterra, you'll be part of a team creating value that lasts-powered by curiosity, courage, and care. Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Number of positions: 1
Location: Mogalakwena Mine, Mokopane

The role is responsible for providing expert advice, coaching and guidance across the activities of the employee lifecycle that elevates a seamless employee experience through effective execution of the People & Organisation activities, supporting line managers on effective people management in their functional areas.
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Providing advisory service across "hire to retire" activities of the employee lifecycle in-line with legislation and collective agreements, interpret and operationalize policies and processes.
• Support the Manager P&O in building a high performing culture, guide & upskill line managers on having the right performance related conversations and reviews. Have an understanding on the performance management cycle/process, identify causes of underperformance and escalate where necessary.
• Gain employee insights into customer groups through focus groups and survey data, support the creation and execution of actions plans to drive experience and embed the Anglo-American culture.
• Facilitate the implementation of employee surveys, implementing the relevant action plans/cultural initiatives to drive the desired culture and improve employee engagement.
• Manage the procedural aspects of employee relations matters and drive the required people activity related to collective agreement negotiations.
• Drive and support transformation initiatives including external reporting.
• Manage and execute people and organisation related projects acting as a change agent on people related change initiatives within the operation.
• Act as the escalation point for HR queries and cases (e.g., Long Term Absence and Payroll Issues) that cannot be resolved through People Services, driving continuous improvement through consistent advice.
• Guide managers through leading manager upskill sessions on key HR processes (e.g., how to manage absence, preventing bullying & harassment at work) ensuring adherence to policy & procedure.
• Responsible for executing activities relating to OE and OD programmes and initiatives such as executing position moves, organization unit changes, role profile development and other restructuring activities.
• Interpret HR data, turning data into future focused insights to help inform people decisions (e.g., absence reports), tracking trends, diagnosing & raising issues or opportunities for improvement, ensuring data accuracy to enable the right people decisions are made.
• Accountable for the integrity of HR & talent data by ensuring it is accurate, up-to-date and consistent.
• Accountable for accurate and timely data and issue resolution relating to pay.

This is role is a band 6/12 level and reporting to the Senior Manager P&O.
Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Advanced Diploma in Human Resource management or Employee relations.
• Additional qualification in Labour Law will be advantageous.
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver's licence

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• At least five years People & Organisation experience, of which three years in a generalist position and at least two years in the mining environment or similar industry
• Advanced level of skills in labour planning and management.
• Proficient in application of LRA.
• Proficient in Talent Management practices and implementation.
• Proficient skills in Performance Management.
• Proficient in understanding, interpreting, and implementing employee rewards and benefits policies.
• Proficient in Employee Relations practices
• Developing skills in Organisational Effectiveness

Additional Information
Who We Are
We are a Southern African PGM producer, marketing metals globally, with a presence across 8 regions and 17 sites. Our operations include 4 operating mines, 3 smelters, and 2 refineries, giving us full control across the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) value chain-from resource to market.
We explore, we mine, we concentrate, we smelt, we refine and we market. As a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of PGM production and markets. Using this knowledge, we invest in developing sustainable markets for PGMs, partnering directly with research institutions as well as customers in the industrial, jewellery and investment sectors.
With 3 global marketing hubs and a team of over 29,000 employees, we serve a diverse international customer base while remaining deeply rooted in Southern Africa.
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:19 June 2025