Graduate Programme : Geotechnical Engineering – Melrose, Johannesburg, Gauteng Temporary NEW

Valterra Platinum is one of the world’s leading integrated producers of platinum group metals (PGMs). We are guided by our purpose of unearthing value to better our world.

We safely and responsibly mine PGMs and their associated co-products at our mines in South Africa and Zimbabwe, before smelting and refining them at our own processing facilities. Our processing facilities include our Base Metals Refinery, the largest producer of nickel cathode in South Africa, and our Precious Metals Refinery, which is one of the most technologically advanced plants of its kind.

Our expertise spans the full breadth of our integrated value chain, including mining, processing, sales, trading and market development. Through our marketing offices in Johannesburg, London, Singapore and Shanghai, we deliver high-quality products to our international customer base. We also contribute to the market development of the broader PGM industry through partnerships with our customers and research institutions in the industrial, investment and jewellery sectors. We are committed to zero harm, integrating sustainability into everything we do.

Are you ready to Build a Precious Career in Mining? Start with our Graduate Programme: Geotechnical Graduate (Rock Engineering)

At Valterra Platinum, you’ll step into real work, real responsibility and real opportunities to grow. You will be trusted to contribute and supported to build a meaningful, lasting careers.

Number of positions: 01

Location: Rotation across all our mines – Amandelbult Mine (Thabazimbi); Mogalakwena Mine (Mokopane) and Mototolo Mine (Burgersfort)

What you can expect during the programme: 

Learn from industry leaders who are passionate about your growth. Our mentors provide personalised guidance to help you navigate your career with confidence.

From early in your journey, you will work on challenging, high-impact projects that contribute to real mining operations, building your skills and making a difference.

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of mining with hands-on experience, cutting-edge technology, and a supportive environment that lays the foundation for a successful career.

What you can look forward to on your learning journey:   

Hands-on Learning: Build your knowledge in cybersecurity, automation, and AI to analyse system data, strengthen digital security protocols, automate routine processes, and deliver intelligent insights that support real-time decision-making and operational excellence.

Data Analysis and Problem-Solving: Use your skills to analyse data and provide insights that will help shape decision-making in real-time operations, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Work alongside industry experts and cross-functional teams to tackle challenges and innovate solutions that drive the success of our operations.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Bring fresh ideas and a forward-thinking mindset to help us lead the way in technological advancements, environmental stewardship, and sustainable practices.

Professional Development: Participate in continuous learning and development, including mentorship, specialised training, and diverse project rotations. These opportunities are designed to build your expertise and set you on a path for success within our business, whether as a technical specialist or a future leader.

Safety and Compliance: Ensure that all work is performed in alignment with safety standards and regulations, contributing to a culture of safety and responsibility throughout our operations.

We are reviewing applications weekly and working quickly to give you the best possible experience. Due to the volume of interest in our opportunities, incomplete applications will unfortunately be declined.

Please ensure to attach all relevant documentation to your application: 

1. Your CV detailing any extra-curricular activities that you are involved in or any volunteering opportunities that you participated in

1. Your full academic transcript (every year of study including your current year where applicable)

1. Proof of address (Either a municipal account OR a letter from a local tribal authority)

1. A copy of your ID

Please carefully review the requirements for this opportunity and save all the necessary documents in a single folder on your computer so that you can easily upload them together using the provided link. Incomplete submissions cannot be reviewed.

Ready to Build a Precious Career? Here’s What You’ll Need 

• A minimum final overall academic average of 65% is required

• You must have qualified in the past 24 months.

• BSc Honours in Geology; OR

• Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mining Engineering; OR

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng) in Mining Engineering

Experience 

• No more than 12 months post qualification experience

What We Offer  

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence, performance and meaningful impact. We offer the opportunity to do purposeful work in a high-performance, values-led environment, supported by market-aligned reward and recognition. You will have access to continuous learning, development and career progression, within a culture that values diversity, encourages innovation and fosters a strong sense of belonging. Above all, we are unwavering in our commitment to safe operations ensuring that safety remains at the centre of everything we do.

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 fulfil their potential. Preference may be given to suitably qualified persons from designated groups in accordance with Valterra Platinum’s Employment Equity Plan and in support of employment equity legislation. We are dedicated to building an accessible and barrier-free environment, ensuring that people with disabilities are supported, accommodated, and empowered to thrive at every level of our organisation.

Valterra Platinum has taken a firm stand against all dignity harms, including 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 the online application form available via this job advert. Ensure all required documents are uploaded as part of your submission.

We are reviewing applications weekly and working quickly to give you the best possible experience. Due to the volume of interest in our opportunities, incomplete applications will unfortunately be declined.

Please ensure to attach all relevant documentation to your application: 

1. Your CV detailing any extra-curricular activities that you are involved in or any volunteering opportunities that you participated in

1. Your full academic transcript (every year of study including your current year where applicable)

1. Proof of address (Either a municipal account OR a letter from a local tribal authority)

1. A copy of your ID

Closing Date: 31 July 2026