Company Description
Come and join this dedicated team as our P&O Generalist Operations. This is an operational role within the Human Resources structure and responsible for the maintenance of Human Resources practices and systems within an Operational Area to achieve work outputs. The role must ensure that system policies and procedures are adhered to. It needs to co-ordinate outputs with other operations within the function and therefore has a role in supporting the optimisation of the whole function.
By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too.
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.
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Effective systems management of all People & Organisation processes.
- Ensure that system policies and procedures are adhered to.
- Regularly liaise with the P&O Manager and Advisor on system operations activities.
- Ensure adherence to safety and legal standards.
- Monitor P&O processes to ensure compliance and understanding by clients.
- Foster cooperation and teamwork among team members and stakeholders.
- Align process flow in the system with stakeholder requirements.
- Communicate process problems to relevant parties for resolution.
- Address constraints impacting the system upstream and downstream.
- Manage the employment life cycle of each employee in the responsible section, including onboarding, movements,
- OMAEC processes and off boarding.
- Conduct disciplinary and grievance inquiries according to company procedures.
- Manage employee workplace attendance through corrective behaviour management.
- Identify potential conflict situations, root causes, and propose action steps.
- Ensure fair decisions regarding Industrial Relations by following procedures.
- Manage cultural diversity fairly by applying P&O regulations equally.
- Effective application of necessary administration system.
- Compile accurate system reports.
- Provide required job instructions to employees.
- Conduct and/or participate in Production Critical and Safety meetings.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports for P&O management or other stakeholders when required.
- Ensure compliance with system administration requirements such as ER Navigator, Navigator +, EMB, Shift Adjustment Tool and Kiosks.
- Contribute to the P&O labour (headcount) planning and reporting process in the weekly, monthly, and annual cycle.
- Maintain quality and accuracy of employee and organisational data.
This role is at a GBF 7 level reporting to the P&O Advisor.
Qualifications
- NQF 6 Advanced Certificate/National Diploma
- Relevant HR / Business related degree will be advantageous.
Experience Knowledge and Skills
- 3 years People & Organisation experience, of which two years in the mining industry.
- P&O generalist experience essential
- Experience in employment life cycle and behaviour management essential.
- Proficient in labour management planning processes.
- Proficient in analytical and reporting skills
- Competent in Talent Management processes and implementation
- Advanced computer literacy, including SAP HR , Navigator + and ER Navigator .
- Competent in HR systems and related legislation
- Computer literate for role including SAP HR/Nav+
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: 03 June 2025
