Chief Geologist

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.

Number of positions: 1

Location: Mogalakwena Mine, Mokopane

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

• Create a safety culture through productive and authorized operational systems/processes that allow all employees (including contracting partners) to provide their outputs in a risk-controlled environment.
• Ensure effective planning, scheduling and budgeting processes are in place to support disciplined and agile operational execution.
• Strategically leads near asset drilling, advanced infill drilling and ore control drilling.
• Be accountable for Mine Value Chain Reconciliation systems and reporting.
• Implement and manage effective Governance and Risk processes.
• Ensure implementation of effective geoscience systems and technical best practice.
• Collaborate and influence key internal stakeholders (corporate, mining operations) to support the identification and execution of operational geoscience.
• Facilitate Execution: Investigation and geological analysis of major FOG’s especially Fatalities; Delivery of up-to-date live TSD documents as and when required during the development of the Business Plan; Compilation of project phase geological reporting and documentation relating thereto; Provide technical guidance and coaching to junior staff.
• Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversity, supports engagement and fosters continuous improvement to work processes.
• Ensure compliance with the discipline with external (legislative, regulatory, permitting) requirement.

This is at a band 6 Level and reporting to the Manager Technical Mining.

• BSc in Geology with Hons or Equivalent.
• Full accreditation from local professional governing body (i.e. SACNASP, SAIMM)
• Postgraduate qualification (Masters or equivalent) in Geosciences and/or MBA will be desirable

Experience, knowledge and skills

• 8 – 15 years working experience (extensive mining experience will be advantageous)
• Knowledge of safety policies, procedures and the important role of consistently demonstrating required behaviours and championing safety values
• Demonstrable knowledge of mining geoscience practices within underground massive mining environment and ability to provide specific explanation about factors contributing to performance and gaps – especially in relation to Ore Control and Mine Value Chain Reconciliation.
• Expert understanding of bulk underground mining operation requirements for drilling, sampling, logging and assaying and related QAQC and data management practices.
• Expert level understanding of ore control systems, practices and processes in bulk underground operations.
• Experience with software packages (Datamine, Ore Controller, Blockbuster Bloy etc).) used in the construction of Ore Control models, delineation of mining volumes and definition of ore flow decisions.
• Knowledge of stockpiling strategies and material movement tracking systems and practices.
• Knowledge of geological and structural mapping methodologies and modelling.
• Understanding of primary mining and processing methods and the requirements of their integration with mining geosciences.
• Understanding of Geometallurgy approaches.

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: 11 July 2025

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