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 at Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa and is a Fixed Term Contract for 3 years

The Master Boilermaker possess advanced technical knowledge (both theory and practical) aligned to an in-house skills matrix and development plan.

Roles and responsibilities include the below:

• Ensure readily after hour availability when on standby
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates, learners or support personnel and contractors
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Perform annual SIMM inspections on the structural aspects of mechanical installations (conveyor gantries, filter press frames, overhead cranes, etc.)
• Perform planned task observations on subordinate, learners or support personnel and contractors.
• Stop all unsafe activities, practices, and machinery.
• Report any risk associated with non-compliance or inability to comply with standards, specifications, procedures and documents relating to the discipline.
• Assist with identification of mitigating measures to control risks and resolve emerging safety issues.
• Provide inputs and support into accident and incident analyses
• Apply first aid as may be required during emergencies.
• Assist with the identification of specialist tools and facilities to enable efficient maintenance, repairs and fault finding.
• Assist and advise the engineer on critical spares relating to structures and structural components of mechanical equipment needs and gaps.
• Personally, perform all specialised tasks as per task matrix.
• Obtain specialised knowledge from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM`s) and external specialists on the maintenance and testing of complex systems with the intention to develop and execute in-house procedures
• Contractor and Specialist provider scope development, management and quality assessments
• Actively pursue with the intention to obtain specialised knowledge from Original Equipment
• Manufacturers and external specialists on the maintenance and testing of complex systems with the intention to develop and execute in-house procedures.

The role is at a C3 level reporting to the Foreman.

• Grade 12
• N4 Boilermaker qualification
• Boilermaker Trade Test
• CO2 – MIG (Metal Inert Gas)
• TIG – (Tungsten Inert Gas)
• NACE Level – 2  

Experience

• 8 years’ experience of which 5 years as a qualified boilermaker within the mining of heavy industrial sectors  

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in A2 Safety
• Proficient in VFL Training
• Proficient in Condition Monitoring Training
• Proficient in Quality Control & Assurance (ISO9001) Training
• Advanced knowledge of all site-specific mechanical equipment
• Must demonstrate advanced skills to troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical equipment with specific focus on condition monitoring, defect elimination and continuous improvement
• Proficient English (Speak, Read and Write)
• Proficient in equipment and machinery specific competence as per the role specific requirements detailed in the skills matrix.

What We Offer

At Amandelbult, 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

24 March 2026

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