Shaft Ventilation Engineer

Company Description

Valterra Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.

Our business is at the heart of the broader Southern African economic and social landscape and we are committed to working towards a safe, sustainable, competitive and profitable business that benefits our country, our communities, our people, and our shareholders.

If you're driven by purpose, performance and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. At Valterra, you'll be part of a team creating value that lasts—powered by curiosity, courage, and care. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Location : This role is based in Thabazimbi

Job Description

Shaft Ventilation Engineer will be responsible for managing and coordinating the overall Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene systems, at Amandelbult mine complex.

• Ensure that legal requirements, group standards and policies are adhered to through monitoring and reporting
• Design, implement and manage total effective Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene strategies and systems
• Provide solutions and advise on specific Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene matters
• Advice, lead and conduct benchmark exercise internally and externally for the Operational Area
• Participates in the advancement of technical projects to address areas of concern and to minimize the potential for unhealthy work places and/or conditions
• Responsible for medium term Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene planning (at least 5 years)
• Responsible to close out recommendations and instructions e.g. Isometrix
• Collaboration with the Mining  and Mining Technical disciplines to ensure design parameters are adhered to.

Qualifications

• A recognized degree or diploma in mining/ mechanical engineering or equivalent [Advantageous] 
• Chamber of Mines [SA] Certificate Mine Environment Control  
• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• Competent as 5.1(1), 9.2(2), 16.1(1) (MHSA) and chapter 12.1 (MHSA) as Occupational Hygiene Practitioner 
• Extensive computer literacy in MS Office, SAP

Experience: 

• 3 years’ experience as a legally 12.1 appointee. 

Additional Information

Who We Are

We are a Southern African PGM producer, marketing metals globally, with a presence across 8 regions and 17 sites. Our operations include 4 operating mines, 3 smelters, and 2 refineries, giving us full control across the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) value chain—from resource to market.

We explore, we mine, we concentrate, we smelt, we refine and we market. As a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of PGM production and markets. Using this knowledge, we invest in developing sustainable markets for PGMs, partnering directly with research institutions as well as customers in the industrial, jewellery and investment sectors.

With 3 global marketing hubs and a team of over 29,000 employees, we serve a diverse international customer base while remaining deeply rooted in Southern Africa.

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: 06 June 2025