Stope Serviceman

Thabazimbi, LP, ZA, South Africa

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 Stope Serviceperson is responsible to work in the operational stopes and development ends to maintain machinery and equipment for production


Roles and responsibilities include the following:


Receive and follow instructions from Engineering Foreman/Artisan Perform necessary maintenance and repair work on equipment. Perform basic fault-finding activities on defective units and maintenance actions. Request equipment and stock requisitions required Completing job cards and description of work and spares used Perform dismantling, repair, re-assembly and installation tasks Report any malfunctioning to Engineering Foreman/Artisan - Complying with maintenance/breakdown schedules Ensure that all required tools, material and spares are available to perform tasks Communicate to engineering personnel any unexpected problems Effective two way communications with team members Report to Engineering Foreman/Artisan when task complete Accompany and support Engineering Foreman/Artisan when inspecting work Promote safety awareness by reminding team members to follow work procedures and identifying unsafe work practices Perform work outside normal working hours when required Complying with maintenance schedules Compiling accurate shift and work order reports Completing and signing off allocated work orders Completing job cards and description of work and spares used Participating in meetings Compiling safety, injury, risk and incident reports Assisting during breakdowns or emergencies

This role is on a C1 level reporting to the Senior Electrical Foreman





Qualifications

-Minimum Grade 12 Maths and Natural Science Certified Competent as Stope Serviceman (UG hard rock)

Experience



18 months previous experience as Engineering Repairperson Multi Discipline

Knowledge and Skills



Communications in English Multi-disciplined Engineering knowledge Complete Engineering Repairperson Discipline Specific training.

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



03 February 2026


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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1648261
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Thabazimbi, LP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned