P&O Advisor

Company Description
Company Description
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.

Number of positions: 1
Location of position: Polokwane Smelter
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Safety:
Oversee 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

• Provides advice and support to employees and line managers on a broad range of people & organisation related matters including the interpretation of policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Supports line managers and employees by providing credible Employee Relations advice and support including participating in disciplinary and grievances processes.
• Ensures effective implementation of Talent Management, performance management and Employee Benefits processes in support of the organisation's EVP initiatives.
• Provides talent sourcing support to ensure recruitment of suitable and top talent for the operation.
• Supports the implementation of the approved operational blueprints and guard against unplanned labour resources.
• Engages and supports line managers in reducing labour unavailability by continuously tracking and monitoring including identifying root cause analysis and providing reports.
• Supports the planning and implementation of team performance programmes
• Implement operational effective Onboarding and off-boarding.
• Maintain accurate employee data ensuring accurate reporting.

People & Teams

• 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.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance to Valterra internal and external compliance (legislative, regulatory, permitting) requirements.

This role is at a Band 6 level reporting to the Manager P&O Operations
Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Advanced Diploma in Human Resources management or Industrial Psychology.
• Post Graduate Degree Human Resources management or Industrial Psychology will be advantageous

Experience

• 3 - 5 years Human Resources experience
• HR generalist experience essential
• Experience in mining or related environment advantageous
• Computer literate for role including SAP HR

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficient in labour management planning processes.
• Proficient in Talent Management processes and implementation.
• Proficient with interpreting and understanding of SA transformation legislation requirement.
• Good understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Advanced analytical and reporting skills
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in organising, planning and coordination skills
• Proficient in persuasion and conflict management skills
• Good understanding of SA cultural diversity and their impact in the work environment
• Proficient in reporting skills including numeracy.
• Advanced computer literacy

Additional Information
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
28 November 2025

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