Fitter UG

Job Description

This role has a 2.9.2 appointment in terms of the MHSA, Act of 1996:
Maintain, install and commission engineering components of the machinery and equipment to an agreed standard in the area of responsibility.

• Attend and conduct Safety meetings and conduct and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates and attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
• Comply to environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Maintain a high quality of work. Timely and accurate information
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Works in a sequence that prioritises work requirements
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PMs)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks
• Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications of possible conflict.
• Ensure that subordinates have clear work expectations and plans
• Support, coach and participate in the training and development of subordinates and apprentices
• Effective two-way open communication with subordinates, line supervisor and interacting with other departments
• Report at risk behaviour, incidents and injuries

This role is in the Engineering Department at a band C2 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman.

• Must be able to do standby and overtime.
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures.

• Grade 12 / Technical Trade Specific N3
• Fitter Trade Test
• 2 years experience within the mining environment

• 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.

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, including 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.

Closing Date: 24 June 2026