Master Fitter UG

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 at Tumela 15 East Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa

The Master Fitter is responsible for providing expert specialised engineering services (e.g advanced mechanical diagnostics, fault finding of critical equipment).

Roles and responsibilities include the below:

• Comply to environmental requirements
• Ensure that work area is maintained to the required housekeeping (5 S) standards
• Exercise judgment with regards to repair versus replacement versus upgrade of components
• Maintains a high quality of work
• Provide timely and accurate information
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Work in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
• Assist with the identification of specialist tools and facilities to enable efficient maintenance, repairs and fault finding.
• Assist and advise the engineer on critical spares relating to structures and structural components of mechanical equipment needs and gaps.
• Personally, perform all specialized tasks as per task matrix.
• Obtain specialized knowledge from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) and external specialists on the maintenance and testing of complex systems with the intention to develop and execute in-house procedures
• Adhere to all legal requirements as per the Mines Health and safety Act 29 of 1996 and the Minerals act and Regulations of 1991.
• Report any contraventions of the Minerals Act, MHSA, Regulations, codes of practice, instructions, permissions, exemptions.
• Perform other requirements as assigned by your Line Manager.

The role is at a C3 level reporting to the Foreman.

• N4 certificate
• Grade 12
• Fitter and Turner qualification
• Fitter Trade Test
• AAP SIMM inspectors’ course (advantageous)
• NACE Level 1  

Experience

• 8 years’ experience of which 5 years as a qualified fitter / turner within the mining of heavy industrial sectors
• Experience on winders will be advantageous 
• Shaft will be advantageous 

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in A2 Safety
• Proficient in VFL Training
• Proficient in Condition Monitoring Training
• Proficient in Quality Control & Assurance (ISO9001) Training
• Advanced knowledge of all site-specific mechanical equipment
• Must demonstrate advanced skills to troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical equipment with specific focus on condition monitoring, defect elimination and continuous improvement
• Proficient English (Speak, Read and Write)
• Proficient in equipment and machinery specific competence as per the role specific requirements detailed in the skills matrix.

What We Offer

At Amandelbult, 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 - 19 August 2026