Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Operation of all mechanical equipment required by the construction assistant role
- Ensure that mechanical equipment is in good running order.
- Ensure that the construction area is safe support early entry and exit inspections bar face and install temporary support.
- Clean construction area including winch and scraper setups.
- Install equipment and support in area including preparation of material and making safe equipment for next blast.
- Report on abnormal activities to Construction Operator.
- Assist during breakdowns or emergencies.
- Assist team members with task execution.
- Ensure that cleaning activities enable the construction operators to fulfil their tasks.
- Ensure that logistics can deliver material and clean box holes safely and effectively.
- Support team members in the panels and logistics team if they require help
- Help Logistics servicemen to maintain equipment.
- Effective two-way communication with team members.
- Support the measurement of construction activities.
- Support the Construction Operator in identifying material requirements.
- Participating in required meetings including safety.
- Accurately complete role administration requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve operations or construction initiatives.
- Participation in improvement projects.
- Support efforts to overcome construction problems.
- Identify safety and construction risks and threats to the process proactively.
This role is at a Band 9 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman.
Qualifications :
- Grade 12
- Valid EB/Code 08 drivers licence
- Passed Construction Assistant specific training module
Experience Technical knowledge skills
- 1-5 years experience in UG construction
- Excellent organisational and facilitation skills to direct construction crew to deliver tasks safely and efficiently
- Attention to detail and accuracy in administering assessments recording training data and maintaining training records.
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. 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 November 2025
Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Operation of all mechanical equipment required by the construction assistant roleEnsure that mechanical equipment is in good running order.Ensure that the construction area is safe support early entry and exit inspections bar face and install tem...
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Operation of all mechanical equipment required by the construction assistant role
- Ensure that mechanical equipment is in good running order.
- Ensure that the construction area is safe support early entry and exit inspections bar face and install temporary support.
- Clean construction area including winch and scraper setups.
- Install equipment and support in area including preparation of material and making safe equipment for next blast.
- Report on abnormal activities to Construction Operator.
- Assist during breakdowns or emergencies.
- Assist team members with task execution.
- Ensure that cleaning activities enable the construction operators to fulfil their tasks.
- Ensure that logistics can deliver material and clean box holes safely and effectively.
- Support team members in the panels and logistics team if they require help
- Help Logistics servicemen to maintain equipment.
- Effective two-way communication with team members.
- Support the measurement of construction activities.
- Support the Construction Operator in identifying material requirements.
- Participating in required meetings including safety.
- Accurately complete role administration requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve operations or construction initiatives.
- Participation in improvement projects.
- Support efforts to overcome construction problems.
- Identify safety and construction risks and threats to the process proactively.
This role is at a Band 9 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman.
Qualifications :
- Grade 12
- Valid EB/Code 08 drivers licence
- Passed Construction Assistant specific training module
Experience Technical knowledge skills
- 1-5 years experience in UG construction
- Excellent organisational and facilitation skills to direct construction crew to deliver tasks safely and efficiently
- Attention to detail and accuracy in administering assessments recording training data and maintaining training records.
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. 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 November 2025
Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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