The posting
Company Description
Valterra Platinum is one of the world’s leading integrated producers of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs). We are guided by our purpose of unearthing value to better our world.
We safely and responsibly mine PGMs and their associated co-products at our mines in South Africa and Zimbabwe, before smelting and refining them at our own processing facilities. Our processing facilities include our Base Metals Refinery, the largest producer of nickel cathode in South Africa, and our Precious Metals Refinery, which is one of the most technologically advanced plants of its kind.
Our expertise spans the full breadth of our integrated value chain, including mining, processing, sales, trading and market development. Through our marketing offices in Johannesburg, London, Singapore and Shanghai, we deliver high-quality products to our international customer base. We also contribute to the market development of the broader PGM industry through partnerships with our customers and research institutions in the industrial, investment and jewellery sectors. We are committed to zero harm, integrating sustainability into everything we do.
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Tumela 15 East, Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Job Description
The Shaft Timberman will take responsibility to provide engineering maintenance, repairs and construction services to the Shaft and station area. This person will conduct effective maintenance of the shaft in order to maintain the correct standard including the effective administration of all shaft systems (data accuracy, integrity and backup).
- Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
- Completes pre-start and daily maintenance checks on equipment and safety devices before commencing work.
- Maintains equipment and accessories to required standards and reports and replaces sub-standard components.
- Plan execution of work orders according to resource requirements.
- Identify work for specialist technicians and allocating resources and equipment according to priorities.
- Conducts all installation and construction work in the shafts in accordance with diagrams and standards.
- Communicate operational problems to appropriate supervisor or manager in terms of blasting hanging boxes, blasting in decline area as well as other process defects to appropriate processors.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- Certified competent Shaft Timberman
- Onsetter Certificate
- Blasting Certificate for Underground Hard Rock/Equivalent qualification
- Required classification as per VTS testing for specific role Orange
- Valid EB/Code 8 Drivers License
Experience & Knowledge required:
- Minimum of 5 years underground mining experience of which at least 1 year must have been as a Shaft Timberman
- Knowledge and experience in performing shaft examination and maintenance
- Knowledge and experience in blasting of shaft ore passes
- Knowledge and understanding of underground mining practices and Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining.
- Underground drilling and blasting knowledge and skills, together with those required as an Onsetter and a Shaft Timberman
- Computer skills
Other requirements:
- Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as per what the role may require
- Must have strong administrative and organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure, be independent and a self-starter
- Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground. Medical assessment will include vertigo and claustrophobia amongst others. Able to tolerate physical exertion
- The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric and technical assessments and security clearance
This role is on a C2 level reporting to the Senior Shaft Foreman
Additional Information
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence, performance and meaningful impact. We offer the opportunity to do purposeful work in a high-performance, values-led environment, supported by market-aligned reward and recognition. You will have access to continuous learning, development and career progression, within a culture that values diversity, encourages innovation and fosters a strong sense of belonging. Above all, we are unwavering in our commitment to safe operations ensuring that safety remains at the centre of everything we do.
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 fulfil their potential. Preference may be given to suitably qualified persons from designated groups in accordance with Valterra Platinum’s Employment Equity Plan and in support of employment equity legislation. We are dedicated to building an accessible and barrier-free environment, ensuring that people with disabilities are supported, accommodated, and empowered to thrive at every level of our organisation.
Valterra Platinum has taken a firm stand against all dignity harms, including 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 available via this job advert.
Closing Date: 20 November 2026
