Chemist (Fixed Term)

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Analysis completed in time within agreed standards and adherence to SLA
• Ensure a Safe and Healthy working environment for all employees in terms of SHER
• Timeous and accurate presentation of documentation, statistics and reports
• Supplier and customer satisfaction
• Effective communications with teams’ members
• Attend applicable meetings
• Sectional audits and investigations
• Technical advice
• Technical problem solutions
• Input on instrument upgrades
• Monitor operating standards and procedures and ensure that they are up to date and understood
• Audit the process regularly to ensure conformance to and understanding of standards
• QA/QC reports
• Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversity, supports engagement and fosters continuous improvement to work processes.

This role is at a Band 6 level reporting to Section Manager Chemistry.

• Grade 12 / NQF 4
• BSc Honours (NQF Level 8 equivalent) Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Experience and technical knowledge

• At least 3 Years’ experience laboratory experience in PGM industry
• Principles of how operational processes are classified according to the Operating Model with a focus on Work Management
• Project management fundamentals
• New technologies and their impact on operational activities within scope of role
• Business improvement tools and techniques
• Data measurement, monitoring and analysis techniques
• Domain specific knowledge of relevant unit processes, operating procedures and equipment capability (ICP OES, ICP MS, XRF, LECO, Spark OES)
• Business acumen and commercial drivers of site performance Basic financial metrics & budgeting tools

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: 30 October 2026