Chemist, PGM Lab — Impactful, Growth‑Driven Role

Valterra Platinum Limited; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Rewards recognition

Learning opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Safe operations

Job summary

Valterra Platinum Limited in Mokopane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced laboratory analyst for the PGM division. The role focuses on delivering timely analyses, ensuring SHER-compliant safety, and producing accurate documentation and reports.

You will work with ICP OES, ICP MS, XRF, LECO and Spark OES instruments, supporting continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Requirements include a BSc Honours in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry, Grade 12, and at least three years of

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 is required.
• BSc Honours (NQF Level 8 equivalent) Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
• At least 3 years’ laboratory experience in the PGM industry.
• Data measurement, monitoring and analysis techniques expected.
• Knowledge of ICP OES, ICP MS, XRF, LECO and Spark OES.
• Business acumen and knowledge of operating model and work management.
• Experience with quality tools and budgeting basics.

Responsibilities

• Analysis completed in time within agreed standards and adherence to SLA.
• Ensure a Safe and Healthy working environment for all employees in terms of SHER.
• Timeous and accurate presentation of documentation, statistics and reports.
• Supplier and customer satisfaction.
• Effective communications with teams’ members.
• Attend applicable meetings.
• Sectional audits and investigations.
• Technical advice and problem solving.
• Input on instrument upgrades.
• Monitor operating standards and procedures and ensure they are up to date.
• Audit the process regularly to ensure conformance to and understanding of standards.
• QA/QC reports.
• Foster a high-performing, diverse and safe culture aligned with company values.

Skills

Data measurement

Monitoring techniques

Analysis techniques

Operational awareness

Education

Grade 12 / NQF 4

BSc Honours (NQF Level 8 equivalent) Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Tools

ICP OES

ICP MS

XRF

LECO

Spark OES

Job description

Valterra Platinum Limited in Mokopane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced laboratory analyst for the PGM division. The role focuses on delivering timely analyses, ensuring SHER-compliant safety, and producing accurate documentation and reports.

You will work with ICP OES, ICP MS, XRF, LECO and Spark OES instruments, supporting continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Requirements include a BSc Honours in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry, Grade 12, and at least three years of