Master Fitter UG

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.

Location : This role is based in Thabazimbi

We have an exciting position for a Master Fitter operating as an Artisan and supporting the Mechanical Foreman in transferring new skills to new recruits. In addition, the ideal candidate must possess advanced technical knowledge in installing and commissioning the fitting components of the machinery and equipment to an agreed standard in accordance with Valterra Platinum operating procedures and shall provide assurance to the Mechanical Foreman that all mechanical equipment installations comply with Valterra Platinum standards and specifications.

• This role is responsible for providing expert specialised engineering services (e.g., advanced mechanical diagnostics, fault finding of critical equipment).
• Lifting equipment’s are maintained and repaired to ensure optimum plant availability and reliability.
• Routine Maintenance and condition monitoring of equipment components.
• Understand and conduct fault finding on a winder machinery and understand the regulation to winder safe operation.
• Team lead for component replacements.
• Conduct advanced defect elimination on mechanical systems in order to eliminate repeats.
• Strive for continuous improvement on mechanical systems by participating and driving OEM approved modifications / design improvements to improve component life or performance
• Report any contraventions of the Minerals Act, MHSA, Regulations, codes of practice, instructions, permissions, exemptions.
• Assist with identification of mitigating measures to control risks and resolve emerging safety issues.
• Provide inputs and support into accident and incident analyses
• Report any risk associated with non-compliance or inability to comply with standards, specifications, procedures and documents relating to the discipline.
• To assist with the identification of specialist tools and facilities to enable efficient maintenance, repairs and fault finding.
• Assist and advise the engineer on critical spares relating to mechanical equipment’s structures and structural components of mechanical equipment’s needs and gaps.
• Personally, tasked to evaluate operating and maintenance practices to identify and implement optimisation and continuous improvement opportunities towards better efficiency, increased reliability and reduced cost.
• Apply first aid as may be required during emergencies.

This role is in the Engineering department at a C3 level reporting to the Mechanical Foreman.

• N2 qualification
• Fitter Trade Test
• N4 Fitter qualification will be advantageous

Knowledge, Skills experience required:

• 5 years’ experience as a Fitter within the mining of heavy industrial sectors

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: 01 July 2025