Valterra Platinum Limited (Valterra Platinum), formerly Anglo-American Platinum Limited, 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 its 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 safety, 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.

Location: Unki Mines Shurugwi

This role is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation of the designated tapping area during a shift, ensuring the safe and effective tapping of matte and slag from the furnace. The incumbent provides leadership and coordination of the granulation process, ensuring compliance with operational, safety, and quality standards while maximizing productivity and process efficiency.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Follow work instructions and work orders
• Ensure proper understanding of the required actions
• Apply recognized work and safety standards and procedures
• Ensure that tasks are completed to required quality standards
• Conducts daily inspections on Tapping section related equipment to ensure functionality
• Ensure that the areas around Tapping are clean and well
• Effective operation of the Tapping section to agreed business plan and process parameters (quantity and quality).
• Assists the Tapping Supervisor with the overall operation of the Tapping section.
• Basic Plant Operation Process
• Identify to the Shift Foreperson  any unexpected problems
• Support efforts to overcome operational problems
• Identify risks and threats to the process proactively
• Identify actions that could prevent or improve safety and work performance within standards

• 5 ‘O’ Levels.
• 10 years experience in PGM or Base Metal matte smelting and tapping
• NEC Plant Operator Certificate  is an added advantage
• Passed  Tapping Procedures
• Physical requirements: Fitness Certificate

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.

Please ensure to attach all relevant documentation to your application.

Closing Date: 24 September 2026