Management & Leadership Jobs in Mokopane, South Africa (Now Hiring) — 10 open

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

This role is based in Mokopane, Limpopo.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Lead and contribute to the development, implementation and review of site Social Management Plans aligned with the Valterra Platinum Social Impact Policy and Social Impact Standards.
• Support the operation in defining strategic Social Performance priorities and associated KPIs.
• Implement systems, management tools and business processes aligned to operational and business objectives.
• Ensure Social Performance and sustainability reporting aligns with company standards and reporting requirements.
• Establish internal controls and assurance mechanisms to support delivery against approved plans.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Sustainable Mining commitments relevant to the operation.
• Ensure Social Performance requirements are incorporated into relevant business planning processes.
• Manage consultants and service providers supporting Social Performance programmes and initiatives.
• Coordinate all Social Performance activities and consolidate reporting across multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead Social Performance inputs into the OSMC and ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, reporting and continuous improvement of social impact and sustainability commitments.
• Coordinate compilation and submission of Social Performance and Sustainability reports to operational leadership, corporate leadership and governance forums.
• Ensure social commitments are captured, monitored, evaluated and reported through approved management systems.
• Ensure alignment of management systems with business processes and operational objectives.
• Facilitate implementation of Valterra Platinum Social Impact Standards and associated procedures.
• Ensure stakeholders understand their accountabilities and obligations under the standards.
• Support readiness for audits, assessments, assurance reviews and IRMA requirements.
• Coordinate the development, implementation and review of Social Management Plans.
• Ensure site teams understand Social Impact Standards and associated KPIs.
• Coordinate implementation of Social Performance improvement plans.
• Lead Social Impact Standards awareness and training programmes.
• Support communication and change management initiatives related to Social Performance programmes.
• Evaluate effectiveness of management systems, controls and training programmes.
• Conduct trend analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Facilitate management reviews to ensure ongoing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of Social Performance systems.
• Support cross-functional integration of sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure stakeholder engagement activities align with Valterra Platinum sustainability commitments and standards.
• Identify and facilitate conflict resolution and mediation interventions where necessary.
• Coordinate operational inputs into engagements with regulatory authorities and government institutions.
• Develop and maintain escalation processes for social risks, grievances and stakeholder concerns.
• Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture aligned with Valterra Platinum values.
• Promote diversity, inclusion and collaboration.
• Provide leadership, coaching and development to team members.

This role is at a Band 5 level reporting to the GM External Relations & Sustainability.

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Sustainability, Development Studies, Public Management, Environmental Management or related discipline
• Postgraduate qualification in Sustainability, Social Performance, Development Practice, Development Economics, Public Policy or related discipline.
• Project Management Certification.
• Monitoring and Evaluation Certification.
• Sustainability or Social Performance certification.

Experience, technical knowledge and skills

• 10 years' relevant experience in Social Performance, Sustainability, Community Relations, Development Practice or related field.
• Experience developing and implementing Social Management Plans.
• Experience managing socio-economic development and sustainability programmes.
• Experience implementing governance frameworks and management systems.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary stakeholder processes.
• Experience leading projects in complex operating environments
• Knowledge of, and proven ability to lead at a management level
• Strong data analytics and management dashboards development
• Strong foundational knowledge in one or more of these areas: economic
• Interface with and influence senior leadership.
• Facilitate complex multi-stakeholder engagement processes.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships.
• Resolve conflict and facilitate mediation processes.
• Interpret legislation, policies, standards and governance requirements.
• Design and manage social development and improvement programmes.
• Develop social profiles, social baselines and social impact assessments

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: 12 August 2026

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