Fix Term Loader Driver

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.

This role is based in Amandelbult Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa

Job Description

-This Role fulfils a shift role on a shaft and is responsible for the loading of ore on the hoppers in a development end of the mining operation.

• Checks availability and utilisation of P.P.E., specialised tools and equipment
• Attend daily safety meetings.
• Complete daily loader checklist & report defects.
• Pre-work inspection of work area
• Barring and inspection of work area.
• Ensures installation and operation of required safety devices
• Safe loading procedures.
• Adherence to safe re-railing and transport safety procedures.
• Installing and adjustment of jump set.
• Installing and extending of sliding rail.
• Loco signaling system.
• Checking of oil level
• Check for oil and air leaks
• Check and replace worn slings
• Check and replace leaking air hoses
• Clean loader at end of shift.
• Inspect loader by using appropriate checklist

Qualifications

• -Certificate of fitness
• Competent B
• Certified competent as a M/Loader Operator
• Valid Driver's License Advantageous
• Psychometric classification to the specific machine (Dover)
• Grade 12 - Literacy or equivalent

Knowledge obtained on the job

• 2 - 5 years working experience as a Loader Driver
• SQL Loader experience will be an advantage (GST training)

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

17 October 2025

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