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.


This role is based in Tumela 15 East Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa





-The Shaft Timberman is responsible to provide engineering maintenance, repairs and construction services to the Shaft and station area.


Roles and responsibilities include the following:


Adhering to safety standards in the transport environment Liaising with other teams in area Allocating resources and equipment according to priorities Communicating resource requirements Communicating operational problems to appropriate supervisor or manager Blasting hanging boxes Blasting in decline area Supervising multi-task team members Inspecting shaft and installations for defects Ensuring the effectiveness of pipe and equipment installations Communicating process defects to appropriate processors Assisting with equipment maintenance Maintaining effective two-way open communication Raising stock requisitions for materials required Compiling accurate shift and work order reports Completing and signing off allocated work orders Completing job cards and descriptions of work and spares used Completing role administration requirements Compiling ad-hoc reports for management or other customers Participating in meetings Ensuring accuracy of technical data

This role is on a C2 level reporting to the Senior Shaft Foreman

Qualifications

-Grade 12 Certified Competent as Shaft Timberman Blasting certificate Onsetter Certificate

Experience

At least 3 years as a qualified shaft timberman will be advantageous

Knowledge and Skills

Communicate in English

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

23 January 2026


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