PLANT OPERATORS X 7 (REF: IVP-PL-01)

Ivanhoe Mines; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivanplats is seeking 7 Plant Operators for their Palladium-Rhodium-Nickel-Copper-Gold project in Limpopo. Successful candidates will ensure efficient operation of the plant and maintain safety standards. Preferred applicants are South African citizens, and the closing date for applications is July 2, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years operational experience as a Plant Operator.
• Valid South African Driving License.
• Proven experience in PGM plant processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust plant parameters to achieve targets.
• Conduct area inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Operational experience

Computer literacy

Shift work readiness

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Ivanplats is looking for a PLANT OPERATORS X 7 (REF: IVP-PL-01)

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

Suitable candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of operational experience as a Plant Operator is essential.
• Valid South African Driving License.
  
  

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Minimum Five (5) years’ experience in a PGM production plant.
• Proven operational experience in PGM plant crushing, Milling, flotation, reagents, and filtration.
• Be prepared to work shifts
• Valid medical certificate or be medically fit to obtain such a certificate.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet
  
  

Your successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Work shift cycle.
• Monitor and adjust plant parameters to ensure shift targets are achieved.
• Maintain a reliable reporting and communication system that is in place.
• Take corrective actions accordingly and eliminate deviations in the processing plant that may influence production or safety.
• Ensure all team members adhere to work schedules.
• Perform general housekeeping.
• Conduct area inspections and audits.
• Adhere to SHE and OHS principles.
• Ensure compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and standards.
• Apply the Ivanplats principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for your safety and that of others to ensure zero harm and the elimination of fatalities and loss-time injuries in accordance with the Ivanplats Standards and Mine Health and Safety Act.
  
  

The Finer Details

Online applications are forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 02 July 2025

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens.

NB: The subject line should clearly state the complete Job title and Reference Number.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful