TM3 Load Haulage Dumper Operator

Anglo American; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an LHD Operator for their operation in Thabazimbi, South Africa. The role involves operating a mechanized LHD underground while adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education and a TMM LP LHD Operator License. Prior experience in a mechanized mining environment is advantageous. The company promotes a culture of inclusion and safety, and offers competitive rewards along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

A culture that respects diversity

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safe work procedures.
• Comply with company standards and regulations w.r.t. PPE.
• Comply with the mine’s traffic management plan.
• Report all incidents or near incidents.
• Participate in SHE related campaigns and initiatives.
• Obtain daily planned schedules and work instructions from TMM Miner.
• Conduct pre-operational checklist on the LHD as prescribed in the lesson plans.
• Ensure that the correct tools are used to complete tasks.

Skills

Declared competent to use TMM LP LHD

TMM LP LHD Operator License

Training Competency as per specific occupation Training Matrix

Psychometric classification to the specific machine

Previous licensed as TMM LP LHD with experience

Education

Grade 12

TMM LP LHD Operator License

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.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

This role is based in Tumela 15 East Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa

Job Description

The LHD operator is responsible for operating a mobile mechanized LHD underground to move blasted ore within the required mining and safety standards.

Roles and responsibilities

• Adhere to safe work procedures.
• Comply with company standards and regulations w.r.t. PPE.
• Comply with the mine’s traffic management plan
• Report all incidents or near incidents.
• Participate in SHE related campaigns and initiatives
• Obtain daily planned schedules and work instructions from TMM Miner.
• Two-way communication with the team.
• Prepare and plan work priority list and resource requirements to complete tasks.
• Conduct pre-operational checklist on the LHD as prescribed in the lesson plans.
• Conduct basic maintenance activities on the LHD as per lesson plan
• Ensure that the correct tools are used to complete tasks.
• Test brakes on the ramp.
• Conduct entry examination with TMM Miner as required per Mine Standard and procedure
• Participate in conducting risk assessments.
• Preparing the workplace
• Remove obstacles
• Effective LHD loading operation to achieve targets within set quality standard
• Brake testing daily pre-use (legal requirement)
• Breakdown reporting procedures
• Diagnose the breakdown, elevate if required

This role is on a B7 level reporting to the Mine Overseer Production

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• TMM LP LHD Operator License
• Psychometric classification to the specific machine

Experience

• Advantageous - Previous working experience in a mechanized mining environment

Knowledge and Skills

• Declared competent to use TMM LP LHD
• TMM LP LHD Operator License
• Training Competency required.as per the specific occupation Training Matrix
• Psychometric classification to the specific machine
• Previous licensed as TMM LP LHD with experience

Additional Information

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

16 January 2026