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 Winding Engine Driver will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of the shaft winder for the haulage of ore, persons and materials during a shift.
Roles and responsibilities include the below:
- Stopping the winding operations if the working conditions are unsafe.
- Basic maintenance of equipment.
- Communicating winding engine defects to the appropriate supervisor or manager.
- Material usage to standard.
- Effective response to indicated problems.
- Transporting of persons.
- Safe and effective operations of winders.
- Performing ore pulling operations from relevant levels.
- Co-ordinate winding activities with total process requirements.
- Responding to standard hauling signals.
- Assist during breakdowns or emergencies.
- Help engineering employees to maintain equipment in the winder area.
- Ensuring safe and reliable workmanship.
- Adhering to all safety, emergency and first aid procedures.
- Interacting with other teams and systems.
- Maintaining own safe and productive workplace
The role is at a C3 level reporting to the Senior Foreman Electrical Underground.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 / NQF 4.
- Certificate Winding Engine Driver – 9 months training
- DMRE Certificate (advantageous)
Experience
- 3 years relevant experience
Knowledge and Skills
- Computer literate proficient in MS Office
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
14 June 2025
