Laboratory Processor Grade 3 B2

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 of position:  Polokwane Smelter

• Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Identify specific risks within working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/system to avoid these risks.
• Material usage to standard: adherence to standards required for chemicals, glassware, and equipment (e.g., MSDS, handling and use of glassware and equipment).

Performance & Delivery

• Effective execution of allocated training tasks
• Conform to work standards
• Material usage: storage and stock control standards
• Quality work performed
• Time of work completion
• Accuracy of work
• Comply with Safety policies and procedures and ensure all safety equipment is working properly, e.g., personal equipment or built-in facilities such as exhaust ventilation systems that remove dust, lead fumes or harmful gases
• Maintain Housekeeping standards
• Procedures followed
• Instructions followed

Sustainability & Social

• Support delivery of the relevant BU and Group sustainability initiatives and activities
• Input into Business Unit-level cross-functional integration on sustainability
• Contribute to building relationships with key stakeholders relevant to Corporate Affairs at both Operational and Business Unit level, ensuring engagements are consistent with Business Unit and Group sustainability initiatives and standards

People & Teams

• Act in line and support a purpose-led, high performing culture, applying the company values and principles of inclusion and diversity.
• Actively engage as a team member in all team processes.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance of the discipline with external (legislative, regulatory, permitting) requirements
• Ensure compliance of the discipline with compliance requirements
• Adhere to compliance governance within the team

• Grade 12 with Maths & Science

Experience

• 6 Months to complete applicable lab modules

Technical Knowledge:

• Knowledge of operational processes within scope of role
• Basic financial metrics, cost and value management & budgeting tools
• Risk management techniques and critical controls
• Leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose–led high performance and change
• Safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, regulatory, and permitting requirements

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

24 June  2025