Shaft Timberman

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 Tumela Lower, Thabazimbi, South Africa

The Shaft Timberman will take responsibility to provide engineering maintenance, repairs and construction services to the Shaft and station area. This person will conduct effective maintenance of the shaft in order to maintain the correct standard including the effective administration of all shaft systems (data accuracy, integrity and backup).

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
• Completes pre-start and daily maintenance checks on equipment and safety devices before commencing work.
• Maintains equipment and accessories to required standards and reports and replaces sub-standard components.
• Plan execution of work orders according to resource requirements.
• Identify work for specialist technicians and allocating resources and equipment according to priorities.
• Conducts all installation and construction work in the shafts in accordance with diagrams and standards.
• Communicate operational problems to appropriate supervisor or manager in terms of blasting hanging boxes, blasting in decline area as well as other process defects to appropriate processors.

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
• Certified competent Shaft Timberman
• Onsetter Certificate
• Blasting Certificate for Underground Hard Rock/Equivalent qualification
• Required classification as per VTS testing for specific role Orange
• Valid EB/Code 8 Drivers License

Experience & knowledge required:

• Minimum of 5 years underground mining experience of which at least 1 year must have been as a Shaft Timberman
• Knowledge and experience in performing shaft examination and maintenance
• Knowledge and experience in blasting of shaft ore passes
• Knowledge and understanding of underground mining practices and Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining.
• Underground drilling and blasting knowledge and skills, together with those required as an Onsetter and a Shaft Timberman
• Computer skills

Other requirements:

• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as per what the role may require
• Must have strong administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure, be independent and a self-starter
• Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground. Medical assessment will include vertigo and claustrophobia amongst others. Able to tolerate physical exertion
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric and technical assessments and security clearance

This role is on a C2 level reporting to the Senior Shaft Foreman 

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

14 September 2026