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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
The Foreman Electrical is a 2.9.2 appointment in terms of the Minerals Act and is responsible for the supervision of artisans in the maintenance and installation of electrical equipment and services. It includes the administration and management of assigned resources within the designated area for effective operation of the operation. Work according to regulations and all laws relevant to the tasks.
Oversee electrical installations and ensure equipment operates at specification
Maintain equipment and working areas at ‘Zero Tolerance Compliance
Ensures use of proper procedure and critical controls for all tasks
• Implements and maintains applicable Regulations and Codes of practice and standards
• Completes safety, injury, hazard, risk and incident reports where required
• Continuously discusses safety statistics and campaign details with the team
Ensure inspections and use of hazardous machinery and equipment comply with legal and mine requirements
Ensure that all appropriate work specifications, procedures and legal requirements are applied to the use of equipment, machinery and related safety devices
Perform periodic and scheduled inspections of task and equipment as required
Supervises the installation and maintenance of all electrical units and components thereof
Plans daily, weekly and monthly work requirements and priorities
Ensures availability of required parts, equipment and resources
Monitors the performance of team
Monitors operational effectiveness of electrical cabling and power distribution facilities
Performs periodic and scheduled inspections of cabling and equipment
Schedules breakdown requests and installation needs with relevant role players
Supervises the installation, replacement or servicing of units and/or components as specified
Supervises the housekeeping standards in area of responsibility
Process remains fully operational
Plan and coordinate daily, weekly and monthly work requirements and priorities with operational team (planned work and shutdowns)
Allocate labour resources and equipment to scheduled and priority activities so as to maintain and ensure high levels of labour, equipment and operational performance standards
Monitors operational effectiveness of electrical cabling and power distribution facilities
Performs periodic and scheduled inspections of cabling and equipment
Schedules breakdown requests and installation needs with relevant role players
Supervises the installation, replacement or servicing of units and/or components as specified
Supervises the housekeeping standards in area of responsibility
Process remains fully operational
Plan and coordinate daily, weekly and monthly work requirements and priorities with operational team (planned work and shutdowns)
Allocate labour resources and equipment to scheduled and priority activities so as to maintain and ensure high levels of labour, equipment and operational performance standards
Chairing green area meetings at the start of each day
Investigation of incidents/accidents in area of responsibility (find root causes and sort out timeously)
Liaise with the other Foreman to ensure that any problems that could overlap with other sections are pro-actively identified and discussed
Oversee the development of a healthy spirit of cooperation within the section
Identify operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the section’s performance
Monitor the process to identify any possible problems or risk areas to the section and schedule remedy actions
Ensure availability for after-hours standby duties
Allocate multi-task team members to Artisans when required to perform and ensure effective maintenance
Accompany the Engineers on regular inspections and audits around the section
Review operational plans and re-assign targets and objectives to subordinates
Control costs to achieve maximum availability at lowest expenses
Promote team concepts
Regularly communicate progress of section against operational targets and objectives
Encourages initiatives and delegates responsibility
Provides technical mentorship and guidance
Support the induction of new employees
Maintain fair and equitable disciplinary procedures
Administration of necessary systems
Compile accurate reports where required
Ensure that required job instructions are available to employees
Establish procedures for abnormal work requirements which fall outside of standard procedures
Ensure that accurate labour records including overtime worked are maintained
Ensure that all the data captured on the operational and technical management information and control systems are accurate and timeous
Assist and participate in Risk Management Programmes
Completion of audit administration
Ensure that engineering administration requirements are complied with
People & Teams
Actively engage as a team member in all team processes.
Compliance
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements
Qualifications Section
Grade 12 with math and science
Qualified as an Electrician
Foreman Certificate
MV Competence (Desirable)
To be successful, you will have the following experience:
Developing skill in:
Proficient skill in:
Advanced skill in:
Expert skill in:
Operational decision-making during breakdowns, emergencies and major maintenance activities.
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:
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
31 August 2026
