Assistant P&O Officer

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Mokopane, Limpopo, is seeking a skilled Human Resources professional to manage staffing, benefits, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will hold an NQF 6 qualification in HR Management and have 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers the chance to contribute to a values-driven environment that emphasizes sustainability and operational excellence.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license required.
• Competent in relevant legislation regarding ER, EE, CCMA.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal staffing levels aligned with business plan.
• Monitor staffing levels for effective workforce deployment.
• Address employee queries related to benefits and payroll.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
• Conduct regular workplace visits for employee engagement.

Skills

Operations P&O systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

NQF 6 Advanced Certificate/National Diploma in Human Resources Management

Tools

SAP/Nav+

Microsoft Office

Job 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

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure optimal operational staffing levels aligned with the P&O Business Plan.
• Ensure compliant and accurate labour movements.
• Monitor staffing levels to ensure effective workforce deployment.
• Execute all labour movement requests promptly and accurately.
• Track and share relevant time and attendance data with line management.
• Report on employee attendance, including presence at work, leave, training, sick leave, and absenteeism.
• Audit time and attendance records to verify shift patterns, overtime, and attendance accuracy.
• Provide information on employee and contractor absenteeism types.
• Address employee queries related to benefits and payroll.
• Manage contract labour requests and process related invoices.
• Foster strong working relationships with managers and staff.
• Assist in managing sound employee relations by advising and leading in the implementation of effective conflict resolution.
• Advise line managers on disciplinary and grievance policies, procedures, and processes.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and insight on legislative and compliance matters and provide frontline advice on ER issues.
• Assist line managers with recruitment processes.
• Assist with onboarding activities for new employees.
• Analyse and interpret P&O related data and compile comprehensive P&O reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Assist with housing benefit policies (e.g., HOA, LOA) and related inquiries.
• Assist line managers in identifying and addressing employee training needs.
• Assist line managers in managing acting appointments.
• Coordinate periodic medical scheduling for employees.
• Participate in ad hoc P&O and business initiatives and projects.
• Escalate P&O-related issues to appropriate stakeholders when necessary.
• Support line managers with internal communication activities.
• Conduct regular workplace visits to engage with employees directly.

This role is at a C4 level, reporting to P&O Advisor Operations.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• NQF 6 Advanced Certificate/National Diploma in Human Resources Management
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license

IMPORTANT: applications without qualification-related attachments will not be considered.

Experience and Technical knowledge

• 2 years’ experience in similar role
• Competent in Operations P&O systems and related legislation
• Computer literate for the role, including SAP/Nav+, Microsoft Office
• In-depth knowledge of ER, EE, CCMA
• Good analytical and numerical skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good administration skills
• Proficient communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail

Additional Information

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: 26 September 2025

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