Section Ventilation Officer D1

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.

This role is based at Amandelbult Complex, Tumela Mine and will be a Fixed Term Contract.

You will take responsibility for the maintenance of ventilation and occupational hygiene systems to ensure a safe and healthy working environment with at least 3 - 5 years practical experience in the Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Field within a hard rock underground mining operation. 

Job responsibilities include:

• Ensure that legal requirements, Valterra Platinum standards and policies are adhered to thus achieving legal compliance.
• Assist in developing, maintaining and managing all mandatory code of practices, ventilation and occupational hygiene related standards and procedures.
• Maintain Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene strategies, systems and compliance measurements.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in audits and risk management.
• Report findings and recommend appropriate interventions on ventilation and occupational hygiene related issues.
• Develop and review ventilation layouts in line with the Valterra Platinum guidelines timeously.
• Assist in long-term ventilation and occupational hygiene planning (life of mine).
• Provide technical support to the project management team in any matters arising concerning Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene
• Develop and maintain ventilation simulation models for current and future project business plan requirement.
• Extensive report writing skills to provide clarity w.r.t. Ventilation and Refrigeration requirements to the project management team.

This role is at a D1 level reporting to the Shaft Ventilation Engineer

You will be required to have:

• Grade 12 with Maths & Science.
• Elementary certificate in Mine Environmental Control
• Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control (Paper 1 and 2).
• Chamber of Mines (COM) Certificate in Mine Environmental Control ( At least 3 Papers min).
• Membership of the Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa.
• Extensive computer literacy in MS Office, Vuma 3D and VentSim.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• At least 3 - 5 years practical experience in the Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Field within a hard rock underground mining operation.
• Active role in projects planning and Mechanized mining will be advantageous.
• Formal training or practical experience in: Occupational Health legislation, Management system formulation and implementation, Hazard identification and risk assessment, specialised technical programs will be advantageous.

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 - 08 April 2026

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