Senior Specialist IM End User Comms

Anglo American; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading producer of Platinum Group Metals as an IT Service Manager in Johannesburg. In this role, you'll lead the installation and maintenance of communication services while ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. You will work in a values-driven environment focused on innovation and performance, fostering a culture of inclusivity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation

Qualifications

• 5-7 years working experience in a similar role.
• Registration with professional bodies is desirable.
• Strong understanding of video conferencing and phone systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain communication services.
• Ensure stability and security of communication technology.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and service effectiveness.

Skills

Configuration management

Identity and access management

Collaboration platforms

Ability to diagnose complex issues

Thought Leadership

Education

Bachelors degree in relevant IM Discipline

Postgraduate qualification in related IM discipline

Tools

ITIL framework

Video conferencing platforms

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.

Number of positions: 1

Location: Rosebank

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Installation, configuration, maintenance and lifecycle management of communication services (endpoint hardware, software, services and SaaS tools)
• Integrate communication technologies with adjacent technologies (identity, security, vulnerability management, IT service and asset management, remote access, backup, directory services, etc).
• Ensure stability and security of communication technology through effective endpoint management and timely patching.
• Evaluate and improve operational processes, standards and performance of services globally and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
• Identify emerging trends and leverage industry best practices to establish best in class service delivery by driving automation, user self-service and agility first.
• Assist in the deployment, development and/or rationalisation of tools and processes that will assist in performance measurement, reporting and visibility of issues.
• Monitor and track customer satisfaction levels and service stability to maximise effectiveness.
• Forecast financial, physical, and human resource needs to meet established objectives.
• Oversee and coordinate restoration and disaster recovery plans that remediate service outages.
• Manage all licensing exposure within the service scope and ensure compliance.
• Provide specialist support for related services to peers with respect to services scope.
• Support cross-functional team interactions with internal and external stakeholders to execute relevant activities within stipulated timeframes.
• Act as the escalation point for and own problem resolutions related to core services.
• Manage costs related to the service scope transparently and effectively, including investment choices and budgeting to ensure equipment remains operational and within maintenance support
• Manage the performance of the vendors, ensure they are meeting or exceeding their contractual commitments for services and projects
• Own a service delivery review with the vendors measuring defined quality and quantity indicators.
• Liaise with solutions design and architecture to make sure that roadmaps are followed and services are introduced to support with excellence.
• Support internal and external audit processes, coordinating the provision of documentation and actions required to address any audit findings.
• Ensure services, solutions and systems are secure and adhere to security policies.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate qualification (Bachelors degree/Diploma or equivalent) in relevant IM Discipline
• It would be advantageous to have a postgraduate qualification in the related IM discipline OR a proven track record of extensive practical
• experience in a role and context of similar complexity.
• Registration with professional bodies (Desirable)

Experience

• 5- 7 years working experience in similar role

Technical knowledge(experience) required for role:

• Proven delivery of ITIL framework and establishing a service desk environment
• Delivery of a tooling landscape for IT services
• Strong understanding of video conferencing platforms (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WebEx), phone systems, audio/video hardware, and network protocols

Technical skills

• Configuration management, identity and access management, active directory, collaboration platforms and other cloud-based services (Advanced)
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues related to voice and video communication (Advanced)
• Performance Management & Reporting (Proficient)
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication (Proficient)
• Thought Leadership and Continuous Improvement (Proficient)
• Process Improvement (Proficient

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: 23/06/2025