Provide advanced technical support to Valterra Platinum sites by delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions aimed at improving analytical quality, turnaround times, and cost efficiency. 1. Safety: Create a safety culture through productive and authorized operational systems/processes that allow all employees (including contracting partners) to provide their outputs in a risk-controlled environment. Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities. 2. Performance and Delivery Provide expert technical support to Valterra Platinum laboratories to optimize and continuously improve laboratory operations. Deliver specialist analytical support to sites and advise on emerging technologies in Analytical Chemistry. Research, evaluate, and recommend advanced analytical techniques and instrumentation. Execute technical projects and ensure continuous improvement through optimization of analytical methods. Collaborate with laboratory managers to develop technical capabilities and personnel skills within the department. Contribute to the design and content of training modules. Monitor project progress, resource allocation, and alignment with operational priorities. Liaise with internal clients to ensure projects address operational needs and opportunities. Prepare and motivate cost-benefit analyses for research initiatives and secure necessary funding. Execute Assist with commissioning and optimization of analytical instruments. Provide technical guidance on analytical methods and equipment selection. Research and develop alternative analytical methods to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Ensure analytical techniques across the group are cost-effective and aligned with industry standards. Identify and initiate projects that support operational improvements. Compile accurate technical reports and prepare ad-hoc reports for management and stakeholders. Establish procedures for non-standard work requirements and ensure data integrity and security. 3. People & Teams 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. Support operational performance of multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong collaboration with site teams for project execution. Build strategic relationships with research institutions to identify opportunities for innovation. Develop trust-based partnerships with internal and external service providers and clients. 4. Compliance Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements. Support GEMA audits and drive standardization across laboratories
BSc (Hons) in Chemistry or related Discipline PhD desirable Experience: Minimum 7 years post-qualification laboratory experience, or 5 years post MSc/PhD in an analytical laboratory or R&D environment, with at least 3 years in the PGM/BM industry. At least 2 years’ experience at assistant management level. Proven project management experience. Proficiency in ICP, ICP-MS, X-Ray, AA, LECO, UV-VIS, and SG instruments and their applications. Expertise in 4E lead collection gravimetric and Nickel Sulphide fire assay methods. Strong background in technology research, development, and implementation. Ability to optimize systems, evaluate standards, and apply business improvement techniques for sustainability. Skilled in interpreting benchmarks, identifying performance gaps, and developing targeted improvement plans. Competence in managing work packages across multiple projects. Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills.
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 a