Stope Serviceman

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 Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa and is full-time

Job Description

The Stope Serviceman is responsible to work in the operational stopes and development ends to maintain machinery and equipment for production.

Duties and responsibilities include the below:

• Performing necessary maintenance and repair work on equipment and defective units as well as maintenance actions
• Ensuring that all required tools, material and spares are available to perform tasks
• Requesting equipment and stock requisitions required
• Completion of job cards
• Completing and signing off allocated work orders
• Reporting any malfunctioning to Engineering Foreman/Artisan
• Complying with maintenance/breakdown schedules
• Complying with Operational Risk Management Programme - (A1 Safety)
• Compiling accurate shift and work order reports
• Compiling safety, injury, risk and incident reports
• Assisting during breakdowns or emergencies

This role is in the Engineering Department at a C1 level reporting to the Senior Foreman Electrical Underground

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Maths and Science subjects or N2 (4 Subjects - Trade specific)
• Certified Competent as a Stope Serviceman (UG hard rock)
• Electrical trade qualification is an advantage

Experience

• 18 months’ previous experience as Engineering Repair person / Assistant Multi Discipline
• Experience as a Stope Serviceman would be an advantage

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
13 June 2025