Diesel Mechanic OC

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• Attend and conduct Safety meeting
• Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates
• Attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
• Comply to environmental requirements
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Maintains a high quality of work
• Timely and accurate information
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Works in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
• Performing work to the required standards and specifications
• Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks

This role is at a Band C2 level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman.

• Grade 12
• Technical Trade Specific N2
• Diesel Mechanic trade certificate

IMPORTANT: applications without qualification related attachments will not be considered.

Experience

• 3 Years’ experience
• Basic Computer Skills
• English literate (speak, read and write)
• Must be able to do standby and overtime
• Must be familiar with risk assessments processes and procedures
• Code 8 driver’s license
• Work in accordance with work schedule of area and could possibly involve working shifts
• Must be a South African Citizen
• No Criminal Record
• Must pass the relevant psychometric assessment
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills in English
• A valid South African Driver’s license will be advantageous

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 : 24 July 2026