Track Dozer Operator OC

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 Mokopane, Limpopo.

Job Description

We are currently seeking to employ a Track Dozer Operator OC to join our Platinum family at our Mogalakwena Operation. This is a key role within the Mining team where you will be responsible to: 

• Build new roads as and when required according to set requirements.
• Ensure that the loading areas are well maintained by dozing.
• Ensure that there are no spillages in the loading area.
• Monitor condition of loading area/ and respond appropriately to deviations.
• Clean all spillages in area.
• Dress the loading area with fines as required.
• Ensure that required grade elevation is maintained.
• Keep floors level by ripping off any high spots/protruding rocks.
• Dress the dumping area with fines as required.
• Ensure that the dumping areas are well maintained by dozing.
• Ensure that there are no spillages in the dump area.
• Ensure area is adequately lit during darkness.
• Ensure that haul trucks are tipping according to procedure.
• Build safety berms should be half the size of the biggest Truck Tire.
• Build ramps to the grade required.
• Monitor condition of dump areas and respond appropriately to deviations.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment prior to usage.
• Report any defects or deviations observed/to the dispatch operators.
• Assist in maintaining prescribed lubricant, cooling and battery water levels
• Clean the operator cab at the end of the shift.
• Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self. and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Identify specific risks within area and adhere to discipline – specific plans/systems to avoid these risks.

This role is at a B3 Level, reporting to the Load and Haul Foreman.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Track Dozer certificate (D10, D11)

Important: applications without qualification-related attachments and certificates related to the role will NOT be considered

Experience:

 

• 1 years’ experience operating a Track Dozer
• Valid driver’s license
• Medical certificate of fitness

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

13 August 2026