Engineering Specialist Mechanical

To be responsible for ensuring adherence to the correct standards of maintenance on Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM) and facilities used in underground mining operations

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensuring all TMM is maintained and operated properly and compliance to Local regulations and Valterra standards.
• Oversee the quality of workmanship and conduct regular inspections on maintenance and workshop facilities.
• Ensuring Mobile Equipment workshops are equipped with appropriate tools and facilities.
• Ensuring tools and equipment are inspected and calibrated according to the appropriate standards.
• Inspect and ensure quality on component repairs according to the Valterra standards.
• Liaise with the other Engineering Specialists and Foremen to ensure that any problems that could overlap with other sections are pro-actively identified and discussed.
• Will execute any reasonable work instruction provided by any senior or team members to ensure the effective completion of a task or safe making of an area.
• Identifying operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the sections performance.
• Monitoring the Central logistics process to identify any possible problems or risk areas to the section and schedule remedy actions.
• Ensuring availability of spares in stock and proper storage of the spares to prevent deterioration before use.
• Ensuring that all the data captured on the operational and technical management information and control systems are accurate and timeous.
• Regularly review operational and technical data to extract trends identify problems and comply management reports.
• Supporting the development of maintenance readiness plans including workshop setup tooling spares and technical documentation.
• Capturing and escalate defects production delays or non-conformances and follow up on corrective actions.
• Provide technical oversight to maintenance service providers
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in equipment performance availability maintainability and participating in defect elimination programs. 
• Mentor apprentices and artisans to build technical capacity within the team.

Qualifications :

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Ten years post Engineering qualification experience (degree) or Five years experience in Senior Engineering Supervision
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics transmissions drivelines and TMM safety systems.

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

13 February 2026

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time