PS Officer Specialized

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.

Number of positions: 1

Location: Mogalakwena Mine

Job Description

We have an exciting position for a PS Officer Specialized. The individual will be expected to Plan, execute, and manage security related projects. They also be responsible to manage, supervise and develop the team of surveillance room operators to ensure that they perform their duties and that employees and assets are protected within the law.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

• Continuously liaise with the Supervisor on security activities.
• Ensure that safety and legal standards are adhered to in performing Security duties.
• Ensure that operating standards and procedures are up to date and understood by the team.
• Monitor and advise on the settings of monitoring equipment to optimize performance.
• Monitor the process regularly to ensure conformance to and understanding of security standards.
• Administers security codes used in the facility.
• Control issuing and receiving of all security equipment to team.
• Issue, receive and register all equipment in the department like specialist security equipment.
• Ensure that materials, resources and equipment are available and in working order for the team’s requirements before shifts.
• Conducts inventory and stock checks at different security points on a monthly basis.
• Ensure that the Security initiatives facilitate the need of the operation.
• Compile accurate security reports including incident and investigation reports.
• Allocate required job instructions to CRO/Technicians.
• Complete regular audits and observations required in the Unit.
• Ensure that system administration requirements are complied with.
• Ensure that investigation information is accurate and secure.
• Support disciplinary and grievance inquiries.
• Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications.
• Control discipline and ensure fair decisions regarding ER policy.
• Ensure competency of employees in team for the work required.
• Encourage co-operation and teamwork as well as cooperation between team and clients.
• Testify in criminal court/CCMA.
• Perform CIA duties as required.
• Abides by and understand all security codes, standards, procedures and orders.
• Ensure VIP protection and escorts.
• Identify opportunities to improve security.
• Participation in improvement projects within Protection Services.
• Encourage co-operation and teamwork between team and clients.
• Support of HR initiatives and participate in meetings and seminars.
• Forward complaints recommendations to security management.
• Management of drone teams.

This role is at a Band 7 level reporting to the PS Senior Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Diploma/Certificate in Technical Security Systems will be added as advantage
• Registered with PSIRA Grade B/A -Appointment

Experience, Knowledge and skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in security or equivalent environment technical knowledge(experience) required for role:
• 2 years technical security experience
• 2 years’ experience in supervisory position
• Vast knowledge on security systems and product identification
• Architecture knowledge of; Two-way radio network ,CCTV , Watch manager and Online Intelligence
• Data storage management – archive, uploading and distribution.
• Advance CCTV surveillance skills
• Advance CCTV body language Skills
• Proficient in computer literacy (MS Office package).
• Advance skills in statement taking and report writing.

Additional Information

• Medical certificate of fitness
• Criminal Screening
• No criminal record
• Pass polygraph test
• There could be ad hoc requirements from time to time including need to travel

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: 17 June 2025