P&O Advisor Operations

Valterra Platinum Limited; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning,development

Diversity-focused culture

Safe Operations

Job summary

Valterra Platinum Limited is seeking a People & Organisation Advisor Operations to join the Operational Management Team at the Amandelbult Complex, Thabazimbi, South Africa. You will ensure effectiveness of P&O within operations and support managers on HR matters.

The role requires HR generalist experience in mining or related environments, proficiency with SAP HR, and strong analytical/reporting skills. A Band 6 level role offering development and a values-led environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in HR management or Industrial Psychology
• Post Graduate Degree Human Resources management or Industrial Psychology (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to employees and line managers on policies and terms of employment
• Support line managers with Employee Relations including disciplinary and grievances processes
• Ensure Talent Management, performance management and Employee Benefits are implemented
• Provide talent sourcing support for recruitment of suitable candidates
• Assist in planning operational blueprints and guarding against unplanned labour resources
• Track labour availability and identify root causes with reporting
• Support onboarding and onboarding processes for new joiners and departures
• Maintain accurate employee data and reporting

Skills

Labour planning

Talent management

Diversity & inclusion

Analytical reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Industrial Psychology

Postgraduate HR/Industrial Psychology (Desirable)

Tools

SAP HR

Job description

Company 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.

We invite you to join us.

This role is based in Amandelbult Complex, Thabazimbi, South Africa

Job Description

Come join us as the People & Organisation Advisor Operations and form an integral part of the Operational Management Team, with the responsibility of ensuring the effectiveness of the People and Organization function within the operations.

Job Responsibilities Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Provide advice and support to employees and line managers on a broad range of people & organisation related matters including the interpretation of policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment
• Supports line managers and employees by providing credible Employee Relations advice and support including participating in disciplinary and grievances processes
• Ensures effective implementation of Talent Management, performance management and Employee Benefits processes in support of the organisation’s EVP initiatives
• Provides talent sourcing support to ensure recruitment of suitable and top talent for the operation
• Supports the implementation of the approved operational blueprints and guard against unplanned labour resources
• Engages and supports line managers in reducing labour unavailability by continuously tracking and monitoring including identifying root cause analysis and providing reports.
• Supports the planning and implementation of Team + Process
• Implement operational effective Onboarding and off-boarding
• Maintain accurate employee data ensuring accurate reporting

This role is at a Band 6 level reporting to the Section Manager P&O Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Human Resources management or Industrial Psychology
• Post Graduate Degree Human Resources management or Industrial Psychology (Desirable)

Experience

• 3 - 5 Human Resources experience
• HR generalist experience essential
• Experience in mining or related environment advantageous
• Computer literate for role including SAP HR

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficient in labour management planning processes.
• Proficient in Talent Management processes and implementation.
• Proficient with interpreting and understanding of SA transformation legislation requirement.
• Good understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Advanced analytical and reporting skills
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in organising, planning and coordination skills
• Proficient in persuasion and conflict management skills
• Good understanding of SA cultural diversity and their impact in the work environment
• Proficient in reporting skills including numeracy.
• Advanced computer literacy

Additional Information

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.

Closing Date: 21 October 2026