Contractor Safety & Systems Officer

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 (BMR), Rustenburg

The purpose of this role is to ensure contractors meet safety, access, and compliance requirements from onboarding through execution to offboarding, while managing contractor data and reporting systems on Contractor Performance Management (CPM) Framework

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Safety

• Consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.

Performance and Delivery

• Coordinate and maintain Contractor onboarding & offboarding , this includes but not limited to:
  • Validating contractor safety files, certifications, and legal compliance prior to site access.
  • Administer contractor management system, manage site access permissions, and monitor real-time headcount.
• Provide assurance support and generate compliance data for audits and governance reviews.
• Facilitate the contractor end-to-end life cycle process of the on and off-boarding process. Ensure all safety, compliance, and systems close-out steps are completed.
• Implement the required Contractor Performance Management (CPM) in line with Group Standards (SHE Risk & Assurance system procedures, systems and standards)
• Support planning and implementation of operational SHE Legal Compliance Assessments.
• Review and analyse operational incident investigations, risk assessments and audit reports to formulate of key focus areas, recommendations, trend and data analysis for improvement
• Monthly contractors review and reporting in line with business requirements
• Develop and maintain contractors database according to scopes of work
• Liaise with various functions such as commercial / supply chain / Project representatives and SoW owners to deliver on operational mandates

People & Teams

• Actively engage as a team member in all team processes – all relevant stakeholders

Compliance 

• Ensure compliance to internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements

NB: Please attach your certificates and qualifications relevant to the role requirements along with your application for consideration.

• Tertiary degree or diploma in Technical, Safety, Health, Environment or Risk

Desirable Qualification

• Courses in Safety management systems ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015 would be advantageous updated
• Proof of registration with SACPCMP would be advantageous

Certifications

• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license
• SAMTRAC would be advantageous

Experience

• 1- 3 years relevant experience in Safety and Risk / Engineering or equivalent in a processing environment
• Knowledge of OHS legislation, Systems experience (contractor management platforms, access control systems, Passport360, Navigator+ and Electronic Manning Board (EMB)
• Project management and or cost control (advantageous)
• Data analysis – generate required reports on Technical KPIs in line with CPM framework (P360 / Nav+ / EMB)

Technical skills

• Proficient in data interpretation and reporting.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused.
• Advanced stakeholder engagement skills.
• Advanced skill in Safety Systems.

Additional requirement will include:

• Must be able to do standby and/or overtime as and when required
• Will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness Test 

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: 19 February 2026

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