Structural Engineer

The Structural Engineer takes responsibility at an operational level for analyzing and prioritizing defect elimination of the Structural repair work.

• Create a safety culture through productive and authorized operational systems/processes that allow all employees (including contracting partners) to provide their outputs in a risk-controlled environment. 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.

• Develop and maintain structural maintenance standards.
• Update design criteria to be plant- and area-specific.
• Enhance training modules for Structural Maintenance.
• Provide monthly compliance reports to the Manager Engineer Structures, focusing on training and defect elimination.
• Create a detailed work plan prioritizing identified defects.

• Plan the Work
• Determine which prioritized tasks will be designed internally versus externally.
• Ensure all internal design work integrates into the Planned Maintenance System or Project Execution teams for implementation.
• Align external design work with project scope in collaboration with the Senior Structural Engineer and Project Engineer.
• Drive toward optimal installation rates and proactively manage cost outcomes.

• Resource the Assessments
• Appoint and manage Draughtsman resources to deliver internal design work based on prioritization.
• Oversee and sign off on internal designs and corrected structures.

• Operational Assistance
• Regularly review completed work with the project team to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide ad hoc support to Operations where structural risks are identified, proposing interim and permanent solutions.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives.

• Evaluate the Design Work
• Ensure internal designs are delivered on time, at reduced cost, and meet quality standards.
• Assess project outcomes against planning-phase objectives.
• Maintain a strong focus on defect reduction and cost-per-ton improvements.

• 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.

• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural engineering.
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license
• PrEng certificate

Experience:

• 4 years working experience in Structural design and defect prioritization

Technical knowledge (experience) required for role:

• Structural design and signoff
• Structural repair work in brown fields environment
• Knowledge of plant operations and their context
• Design of Temporary supporting solutions
• Risk management techniques and critical controls

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.

Our GBV Stand

Platinum takes a stand against gender-based: “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. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing date: 25 February 2026

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