Mine Overseer Non Production
- Full-time
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.
Number of positions: 1
Location of positions: Mototolo Der Brochen
Job Description
The Mine Overseer has the Legal accountability with a 2.14.1 and a 2.13.12 appointment in terms of the MHSA section 26 of 1996. The main responsibility of this role is to ensure that a dedicated section of the operational process operates effectively from a current and future best practice perspective, with a time frame of 1-2 years. The role of the Mine Overseer is therefore to manage and co-ordinate the following: - Mining process planning, preparing and breaking predetermined blocks of ground, efficiently and safely. - Delivering quality ore to the ore pass as agreed. - Review and introduce mining best practices to enhance performance efficiencies over long term. - Negotiate with Engineering Department – source and supply determined material to operations. - Alignment of operational performances both in stope and development to the overall Operational Area plans contribute to the effective management of the Operational Area. The Mine Overseer therefore has the accountability to manage and plan for the development & provision of mining work practices, structures and services, which will contribute to the overall safety, health, and sustained profitability of the Operational Area.
- Ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to and improved upon in the section.
- Communicates with line supervisors and management to enhance safety awareness and the achievement of the company’s safety objectives.
- Inspects all workings and machinery as frequently as necessary in the interest of health and safety to ensure compliance with legal requirements and to identify and evaluate hazards.
- Manages risks effectively to minimize impact.
- Investigates and reports any incidents / injuries.
- Takes pro-active preventative and corrective action.
- Following the prescribed procedural requirements for the investigation and completion of accident/incident reports.
- Following up on preventative action taken and deal with non-adherence to instructions.
- Completion of legal reports and assisting with investigations for formal enquiries.
- Compliance with Health and Safety training within the section.
Qualifications
- Mine Overseer Certificate for scheduled mines Advantageous:
- Mining Degree or diploma
- At least five years mining experience at metalliferous mines Mine overseer 2.14.1 plus 2.13.12 appointment
- Blasting Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Certificate of Fitness
- Computer literate
- Mine Health and Safety Act knowledge
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 victimization. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviors 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: 06 June 2026