The Production Manager holds the legal 3.1a position in terms of the MHSA and is therefore overall responsible to all stakeholders to ensure the safe and profitable management of the Production Area with 3 - 5 years' timeframe accountability.
- Provides visible felt leadership in safety, sustainable development and Valterra Platinum values.
- Manages mining operations safely, efficiently and cost effectively to meet short term and long term production objectives.
- Creates, develops, mentors and motivates effective management, operational, maintenance and technical teams.
- Ensures correct resources are available to deliver business targets (e.g. product quality and volume).
- Ensures compliance with all legal, environmental, occupational health and safety and risk management standards and leading practices.
- Establishes and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Accountable for continuous improvement and asset optimisation initiatives for mining processes
- Mining Degree
- Mine Managers Certificate of Competence
- Blasting Certificate
Experience:
- At least seven years’ mining experience at metalliferous mines
Technical Skills
- Computer literate
- Financial qualification through MDP or similar
- Mine Health and Safety Act knowledge
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 harm, 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
02 November 2026