Diesel Mechanic UG

Valterra Platinum; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Valterra Platinum is seeking an Artisan Diesel Mechanic to maintain, install and commission mining equipment underground to an agreed standard. The role demands a Diesel Mechanic trade and N2 Engineering studies with at least 3 years underground experience.

The incumbent will operate in the engineering department at a C2 level, undertake standby duties, and contribute to a safe, productive mine environment.

Qualifications

• Underground mining experience required post trade qualification.
• Diesel mechanic trade qualification mandatory.
• Valid driving license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Attend and conduct Safety meetings.
• Conduct risk assessments and allocate tasks to subordinates.
• Attend to breakdowns and emergencies as required.
• Ensure availability of materials, spares and equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to team members.
• Comply with environmental requirements and safety standards.
• Record results of legal examinations and complete PM job cards.

Skills

Underground experience

Good communication

Standby readiness

Education

N2 Engineering studies certificate

Diesel Mechanic Technical Trade certificate

Tools

GHH 4.4

LHDs

GHH UVs

Toyota LDVs

Job description

Company Description

Valterra Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.

Company Description

Valterra Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.

Our business is at the heart of the broader Southern African economic and social landscape and we are committed to working towards a safe, sustainable, competitive and profitable business that benefits our country, our communities, our people, and our shareholders.

If you're driven by purpose, performance and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. At Valterra, you'll be part of a team creating value that lasts—powered by curiosity, courage, and care.

Job Description

The Artisan Diesel Mechanic role will maintain, install and commission the machinery and equipment to an agreed standard in the area of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities Of This Role Are

• Attend and conduct Safety meeting
• Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates
• 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 with environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Maintains 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 (PM’s)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• This role is in the engineering department at a C2 level reporting to the Coordinator Engineering.

Qualifications

• N2 Engineering studies certificate
• Diesel Mechanic Technical Trade certificate - (section 13 or 26D)

Experience

• Minimum 3 years underground experience post trade qualification
• Hardrock mining experience would be advantageous
• Experience working with GHH 4.4, LHDs, GHH UVs, Toyota LDVs will be advantageous

Additional Requirements

• Basic Computer Skills
• Good communication skills
• Must be able to do standby
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures
• Valid driving license code 08 and own car preferably
• If successful, you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness Test

Additional Information

What We Offer

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.

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 harm, 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.

Closing Date: 28/09/2026