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, Mokopane
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Management of all Resource Drilling and Sampling activities and providing Safety Oversight for all Ore Control and Geoscience related activities.
- Enforce compliance with Valterra Standards in Exploration, Grade Control drilling and Ore Control to minimize risk.
- Assistance with Hydrogeology and Geotechnical work programs as and when required by Business.
- Adherence to geological standards (SAMREC, Group Governance, site specific standards).
- Establishing and maintaining geological standards and QAQC practices with emphasis on Drilling, Sampling as well as Ore control activities.
- Implementing/updating effective controls and procedures relating to Exploration drilling, Grade Control and Reconciliation.
- Managing optimum exposure of PGE mineralization.
- Support Management and provide recommendations on Best Practice Drilling and Ore Extraction principles.
- Execute in-pit mapping, ensuring incorporation into the Structural models.
- Provide Geoscience input in Weekly, Monthly Planning meetings and all relevant mining departments.
- Compiling and designing reports / plans and sections appropriate to the Geology function.
- Advise ore body related risks for effective mine design and planning.
- Recommending action plans around geological disturbances.
- Supporting training and development requirements of relevant staff.
- Validate all acquired data and derived results.
- Ensure compliance with system requirements, mapping, drilling and sampling coverage to enable safe and profitable mining activities.
- Participation in Geo-metallurgy initiatives and projects.
- Maintain and improve geology systems and reporting practices.
- Training and coaching of Graduate Geologists, Geology Technicians and Sampling staff.
- Legal appointment holder for grade control and resource drilling activities.
This role is at a Band 7 level reporting to the Pit Geologist.
Qualifications
- Appropriate Tertiary Geology qualification (BSc. or BTech in Geology as a minimum)
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- 3- 5 years’ experience in Post qualification mining geology
- At least 3 years’ experience in Bushveld and platinum geology
- Evaluation experience will be an advantageous
- Sound knowledge pertaining to In-pit geology and mining
- Sound knowledge pertaining to applicable legislation (Legal, Health and safety)
- Sound knowledge pertaining to Occupational Hygiene principles
- Computer literate: MS Office and discipline specific software (Datamine, Sable and Acquire)
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:10 July 2025
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