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 Rosebank, Johannesburg.
Job Description
-The purpose of this role is to provide specialized support to manage and report on P&O data and information, enabling leaders to access the insights they need to meet business objectives .
- Promote Data Stewardship and Insight Generation:
- Support the process of implementing data governance and stewardship protocols to ensure data quality, accuracy, and accessibility.
- Design and deliver dashboards, reports, and visualizations that transform complex data into actionable insights for informing broader business strategies.
- Identify Opportunities for Analytics and Automation :
- Conduct regular assessments to identify and prioritize processes suitable for automation using AI and machine learning.
- Create an automation roadmap with clear priorities, objectives, and timelines to streamline People & Organization operations
- Conduct regular assessments to identify and prioritize opportunities to promote employee experiences throughout the employment life cycle.
- Enhance Data Analytics Capabilities :
- Leverage exploratory data analysis, advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and AI to uncover trends and patterns in People & Organization data.
- Develop predictive models to inform talent management, workforce planning, and employee engagement strategies.
- Align Key Metrics with Business Goals :
- Support the maintenance of a data dictionary for consistent performance assessment across the organization.
- Facilitate alignment of metrics with overall business objectives to ensure comprehensive organizational insights.
- Define and Translate Reporting Requirements:
- Lead workshops and interviews to capture detailed business needs, translating these into technical specifications for data products.
- Develop frameworks to ensure continuous feedback loops from stakeholders for refining data solutions.
- Enhance Data Visualization and Communication :
- Create visually engaging and interactive dashboards tailored to various stakeholder needs, using tools like Python, SAC, Power BI, or similar.
- Collaborate with IT and Development Teams :
- Partner with IT to ensure technological infrastructure aligns with evolving business intelligence and reporting requirements.
- Foster collaboration between cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and system interoperability.
- Ensure Data Security and Privacy :
- Establish robust security protocols and privacy measures to protect sensitive People & Organization data, in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Regularly audit data practices to identify and mitigate risks.
- Champion Professional Development and User Engagement :
- Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies through continuous learning and professional development.
- Implement and lead training programs to foster high engagement and utilization of data analytics tools by all users.
- Encourage Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Develop a culture of innovation by encouraging experimentation with new data technologies and methodologies.
- Propose and pilot new data-driven initiatives that address emerging business challenges and opportunities.
- Drive a Data-Driven Culture:
- Advocate for data-driven decision-making in the organization at large.
- Serve as a resource and mentor for other team members in adopting data science best practices and tools.
- -BSc Computer Science degree or an equivalent qualification.
- A qualification in Data Science and/or Data Analytics.
Experience
- 5 Years of experience in Data Science, Analytics and Reporting.
Technical Knowledge
- Data Exploration and Analysis
- Programming and Data Visualization
- AI and Machine Learning
- Technical Troubleshooting and Business Acumen
- Database and Query Languages
- Skilled in understanding business requirements, troubleshooting technical issues, and recommending enhancements for system processes.
- Understanding and experience of People & Organization domain (advantageous)
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 August 2025
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