PS Officer Operations

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Location: Base Metal Refineries, Rustenburg 

Investigation support and emergency protection duties will be part of the activities of this role Personal risk is a factor in the role due to Bullion / Cash transport duties, (if applicable), criminal investigations, armed response. VIP escorts and Counter Industrial Action situations.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Investigate crime and the transgression of standards and procedures
• Patrol and inspect all company property within delegated area of responsibility
• Ensure that all CIA procedures are understood and drills attended
• Good employee Public Relations understanding of security standards
• Drive security vehicles effectively and safely
• Compile accurate security reports including incident and investigation reports
• Maintain applicable Safety, Regulations, Legislation, Codes of practice and standards appropriate to systems
• Support the protection of assets in high risk situations such as during Industrial action and emergencies
• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management or other information customers
• Complete regular audits and observations required in the Unit
• Control shift rosters, to ensure the area is adequately resourced
• Encourage co-operation and teamwork as well as cooperation between team and clients
• Testify in criminal court/CCMA
• Relation with general public
• Perform CIA duties as required
• Identify risks and threats to the process/functions proactively
• Cultivate necessary information sources and gather relevant information

This role is at a C4 level reporting to the PS Superintendent / PS Senior Superintendent

For your application to be considered, please ensure that you submit your CV together with copies of your Matric certificate, PSIRA registration, firearm competency certificates, and a valid driver’s license.

• Grade 12 
• Registered with PSIRA Grade B with Armed response qualification (Response security)
• Applicable Dog Handler (DH4) Unit Standard qualifications, advantageous 
• Applicable firearm Unit Standard qualifications - Statement of Results for Handle and use for Business purpose Competency for handgun, shotgun and rifle
• Tactical Unit Standard Qualification - Statement of Results for Demonstrate Tactical proficiency and knowledge
• SAPS Firearm Competency for handgun, shotgun and rifle
• Valid driver's license code B

Experience

• Minimum 4 years' experience in Security or equivalent environment 
• 2 years' experience in supervisory position
• Conducting investigations and preparing reports will be an added advantage
• Experience in installation, configuring & maintenance of turnstiles, metal detectors and walk-through metal detectors, seismic systems, key control systems (i.e. CCTV surveillance, access control, Biometric/waver reader, alarm/early warning system, Goldfinger, Babylon) will be an added advantage

Knowledge and Skills

• Computer literacy
• Basic knowledge of applicable business reports writing
• Good Communications Skills
• Communications in English (spoken, written and reading)
• Handling and protecting the crime scene
• Crowd management/CIA
• Responding to violent crimes
• Handling various emergency situations
• Good working relations

Pre-Requisite

• Psychometric Assessment for firearms
• Firearm Competency
• No criminal record
• Pass polygraph test
• Must be able to do shift work, overtime and, if required, standby.

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: 21 April 2026

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