Snr Specialist IM Data Management

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier mining company in Johannesburg is looking for a Snr Specialist IM Data Management to enhance data governance and management across the organization. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in data management practices and demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects. This role offers competitive rewards and opportunities for personal growth in a values-led environment.

Benefits

Market-aligned rewards

Opportunities for learning and development

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5-9 years of experience in data management.
• Experience with data governance and compliance.
• Strong understanding of data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Data Management initiatives across the organization.
• Establish data governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with IT and Business Teams for project execution.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Data quality

Data privacy

Data retention

Data architecture

Education

Undergraduate qualification in relevant IM Discipline

Master’s degree in IT Strategy, Business, or Digital Transformation

Tools

Unity Catalogue

Microsoft Purview

Informatica

Job 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.

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.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us.

Job Description

We are offering a compelling opportunity for a Snr Specialist IM Data Management within our Information Management (IM) team. In this role you will need to apply your knowledge and experience of data management (master data management, data governance, metadata, data quality, data privacy, Data retention & archiving and reference data management etc.) to ensure Valterra manages data as a valuable asset to better deliver information and insights to improve organisational performance and meet regulatory requirements.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Act as the single point of accountability for Data Management across the organisation. Own, lead, establish and manage the roadmap of Data Management initiatives to be rolled out and the continuous evolution of the capabilities from foundational, to progressive and aspirational.
• Adopt a holistic view when recommending solutions, leveraging leading practices to align data management solutions
• Develop and enforce data governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with departments such as Governance, Geology, Engineering, Metallurgy, Processing, Mine Planning, Finance, Supply Chain, People & Organisation, and ESG to align data management strategies with operational goals.
• Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and challenges across the portfolio, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Provide executive-level reporting on project status, portfolio health, and strategic alignment to key stakeholders.
• Collaboration with Business & IT Teams: Work closely with Enterprise Architects, IT leaders, and Business Unit Heads to ensure successful project execution.
• Continuous Improvement & Lessons Learned: Establish a culture of process improvement, innovation, and lessons learned from project implementations.
• Technology & Vendor Management: Engage with vendors and technology providers to ensure projects leverage the right tools, solutions, and best practices.
• Compliance & Regulatory Alignment: Ensure that all IM projects adhere to compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements.

This role is in the Analytics & Insights department at a Band 6/12 level reporting to the Manager IM Analytics & Insight.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• An undergraduate qualification (bachelor’s degree/Diploma or equivalent) in relevant IM Discipline
• Master’s degree in IT Strategy, Business, or Digital Transformation, will be an added advantage
• Qualifications in data management practices such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) will be an added advantage
• Certification in Data Management and Data Governance Technology: Unity Catalogue, Microsoft Purview, Profisee, Informatica, Collibra, Atlan, Attacama, Talend, Alation, SAP MDG
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence

Experience required

5-9 Years of experience in:

• Data management, data modelling, data architecture, data governance, master data management, meta data management, Data retention & archiving, Information security and wider data analytics experience.
• Demonstrated experience working across multiple functional projects to understand data usage and implications for data management.
• Demonstrated ability with assisting businesses in deriving value from data.
• Leading and managing a data management function which has implemented data management and data governance across an organisation.
• Familiarity with mining industry-specific technology stacks and their digital transformation roadmaps.
• Experience in applying Data Management processes, standards, governance, structures and solutions in hybrid environments (on-prem and Cloud).

You will also need to have:

• No criminal record
• If successful, you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness Certification.

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.

Closing Date

10 October 2025