Trainee Process Controller

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's; Springs; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Springs, Gauteng, is seeking a Trainee Process Controller to perform process control duties in line with specific procedures. The successful candidate will help meet production targets while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld. Key qualifications include a Grade 12 certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science and good communication skills in English. Additional skills in MS Office and SAP will be advantageous. The role also includes on-the-job training and maintaining good housekeeping practices.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• Must be medically fit for BMR.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks according to the LeachCPDP procedures.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance and issue safety permits.
• Achieve section-specific production targets and report problems.
• Conduct analysis and provide necessary reports.
• Update log sheets and required records within timeframes.
• Deliver on-the-job training for modules.
• Promote safety, environmental, quality, and security standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area.

Skills

Good communication skills

Computer literacy (MS Office, SAP)

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science

Completed all BL modules and one Process Controller (B7) module

Job description

About the job Trainee Process Controller | BMR Leach

INTERNAL APPLICATIONS ONLY! (Employees working @ Impala Platinum Refinery)

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 19.01.2026

CLOSING DATE: 28.01.2026

DEPARTMENT / DOMAIN: BMR – LEACH

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To perform process control duties as per the section specific procedures to enable the section / plant to meet production targets with respect to time, quality, reduced frequency of errors and wastage reduction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Completed all BL modules and one Process Controller (B7) module in Leach.
• Good communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• Computer literacy i.e. MS Office, SAP will be an added advantage.
• Must be medically fit for BMR

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Carry out all tasks in accordance with the LeachCPDP and works procedures.
• Prepare equipment for repairs and maintenance, and issue safety permits when required.
• Achieve section-specific production targets and promptly report and address production-related problems.
• Conduct analysis, monitor purities and yields, and provide reports as necessary.
• Ensure accurate documentation by updating log sheets and other required records within set timeframes and by end of shift.
• Undertake modular training aligned with operational requirements within a reasonable timeframe.
• Deliver on-the-job training for modules in which competency has been achieved, in line with CPDP guidelines.
• Act as Process Controller in sections where relevant modules have been obtained.
• Promote and maintain safety, environmental, quality, and security standards within the area of responsibility.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in the assigned work area.
• IN THE EVENT THAT YOU DO NOT HEAR FROM THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATIONS, YOUR APPLICATION CAN BE VIEWED AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EMPLOYEES FROM THE DESIGNATED GROUPS IN LINE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT, THE COMPANYS RECRUITMENT POLICY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN.
• IMPALA PLATINUM LTD COMPLIES WITH THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT 4 OF 2013. YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROCESSED IN A LAWFUL, LEGITIMATE, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. BY SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION, YOU GIVE YOUR EXPRESS AND INFORMED CONSENT TO PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR RECRUITMENT PURPOSES.
• FRAUD ALERT: IMPALA PLATINUM WILL NEVER REQUEST YOU TO MAKE ANY CASH DEPOSIT / PAYMENTS AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.