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: Thabazimbi

Job Description

The Company invites suitable qualified candidates to apply for the MRM Learner Official Program.

The purpose of the program is to develop competent Mining Technical Services, Officials through a structured institutional and workplace-based training in line with regulatory and operational requirements.

These roles are in 3 different disciplines Ventilation, Survey and Rock Engineering.

• 3x Ventilation- Design and maintains the ventilation system to ensure adequate airflow to all working areas
• 3x Survey- Conduct accurate measurements of underground and surface workings to determine positions, distances and levels
• 3x Rock Engineering- Evaluates the strength and behavior of rock masses to ensure excavations stability, design and recommend support systems.

Number of positions:

• 9 x External Candidates from Beneficiary Communities

This will be a 24-month structured training program

• Grade 12 (Matric) Certificate
• English, Mathematics and Physical Science (Compulsory)
• Minimum of 50% for Mathematics and Physical Science
• Minimum of 60% for English
• Medically fit to work in a mining environment
• No criminal record

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in structured training and development program
• Complete logbooks and required assessments
• Gain practical exposure in relevant mining sections
• Adherent to safety standards and operational procedures
• Undergo training and development initiatives in line with the training program

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong commitment to safety
• Commitment to learn and develop
• Good communication and team player skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional requirements (Beneficiary communities):

• Must originate from recognized local communities
• Proof of residence (Letter from Traditional Authority/ Municipality)
• Must be currently unemployed

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: 08 May 2026

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