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.

This role is based in Rustenburg at the Precious Metals Refinery

Job Description

The Patrolperson will be responsible for the application of routine security procedures within the Valterra to ensure that employees and assets are protected and will also include emergency prevention duties.

Personal risk could be a factor in the role due to the need to identify and take action on incidents involving breaches of security.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

Following work instructions
Ensure proper understanding of the required actions
Apply recognized work and security standards
Conduct allocated patrols or checkpoint duties
Patrol on foot by bicycle or vehicle as applicable
Gather information that could support risk management
Respond to alarms and take appropriate action
Monitor performance and enforce access controls
Support risk management
Ensure that security tasks are completed to required quality standards
When a security issue is observed take appropriate action within procedures
Effectively use allocated equipment such as radios and telephones
Identify and report all irregularities to supervisor
Effective two-way communications with team members and visitors
Promote security awareness by reminding team members to follow work procedures and identifying problems with work practices
Maintains facilities, equipment and personal image up to a high standard of presentation
Participate in required meetings including safety, health, environment in initiatives
To arrest all transgressors within the law
Attend disciplinary enquiries as a witness/complainant

Qualifications

Grade 12
Registered with the PSIRA on grade D
Psychometric Assessment for firearm users
No criminal record
Pass polygraph test

Experience

Experience as a patrolperson or equivalent will be an advantage

Knowledge and Skills

Good communication skills
Handling of various emergency situations

Additional Information

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 victimization. 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

8 July 2025

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