Rigger Underground

Anglo American; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector seeks a Rigger Underground for its Tumela Mine in Thabazimbi. The successful candidate will carry out essential rigging operations, maintain safety standards, and ensure effective training for team members. Join a team committed to safe and sustainable practices and make a lasting impact within the mining industry.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation

Qualifications

• 2 years of Conventional mining experience is required.
• Experience with EMRT on ropes and rope splicing.
• Valid driving license Code 10.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety meetings and participate in risk assessments.
• Ensure proper training and coaching for subordinates.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies as needed.

Skills

English literate

Risk assessments procedures

Hand signals for rigging

Education

Grade 12 or Technical Qualification equivalent to N3

Certified Competent as Rigger

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

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.

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. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

This role is based in Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa and is full-time

Job Description

This Rigger Underground role has a 2.9.2 appointment in terms of the MHSA, Act of 1996: Maintain, install and commission the of the machinery and equipment to an agreed standard in the area of responsibility.

Roles and responsibilities include the below:

• Attend and conduct Safety meetings
• 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 to environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Works in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks
• Conduct on the job induction
• Support, coach and participate in the training and development of subordinates and apprentices
• Effective two-way open communication with subordinates and line supervisor
• Report at risk behaviour, incidents and injuries
• Interacting with other departments
• Advising defects and abnormalities to appropriate supervisor or manager

This role is in the Engineering Department at a C2 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Technical Qualification equivalent to N3
• Certified Competent as Rigger

Experience

2 years of Conventional mining experience which include the following tasks performed:

Backends of ropes.

Front ends cuts.

EMRT on ropes and rope splicing.

Vertical, Decline and Horizontal shaft experience.

Critical lifting and rigging including transportation of equipment i.e: (Loco, Mini-sub, drill rig, mechanical loader, hoppers and TMM equipment.

Shaft barrel experience which includes changing of steel structures.

Tandem lifting.

Rope change on a vertical shaft and chairlift.

Slinging work and installation of shaft exam basket.

Daily and weekly inspection.

Knowledge and Skills

• English literate (speak, read and write)
• Must be able to do standby and overtime
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures
• Valid driving licenseCode 10.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Hand signals for rigging

Additional Information

Who We Are

We are a Southern African PGM producer, marketing metals globally, with a presence across 8 regions and 17 sites. Our operations include 4 operating mines, 3 smelters, and 2 refineries, giving us full control across the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) value chain—from resource to market.

We explore, we mine, we concentrate, we smelt, we refine and we market. As a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of PGM production and markets. Using this knowledge, we invest in developing sustainable markets for PGMs, partnering directly with research institutions as well as customers in the industrial, jewellery and investment sectors.

With 3 global marketing hubs and a team of over 29,000 employees, we serve a diverse international customer base while remaining deeply rooted in Southern Africa.

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.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date
04 July 2025

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