Network Engineer: LAN

Company Description

Valterra Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.

Our business is at the heart of the broader Southern African economic and social landscape and we are committed to working towards a safe, sustainable, competitive and profitable business that benefits our country, our communities, our people, and our shareholders.

If you're driven by purpose, performance and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. At Valterra, you'll be part of a team creating value that lasts—powered by curiosity, courage, and care. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Number of positions : 1
Location: Rosebank
 

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Monitor the work and overall performance of regional network and voice technology systems for region mining operations. 
• Evaluate and ensure processing performance relating to system and machine utilisation, reliability and capacity
• Forecast financial, physical, and human resource needs to meet established objectives.
• Manage all licensing exposure within the networking, voice and perimeter security infrastructure. 
• Provide specialised support for network services, concentrating on all aspects of network infrastructure (LAN/WLAN/Mesh), tailored to meet the needs of all mining operations.
• Manage all risks relating to Regions Network Infrastructure. 
• Efficiently oversee expenses related to the network infrastructure within the region, ensuring transparency and effectiveness in managing investment decisions and budget allocations to maintain equipment health.
• Perform a monthly assessment of service delivery, with a specific focus on support vendor contributions. Oversee vendor performance to ensure adherence to contractual obligations for services and projects
• Serve as the primary escalation point for regional incidents or intricate site incidents concerning networking and communication infrastructure.
• Understand technological trends and use this knowledge to bring solutions to business units supported to enhance the enterprise’s competitive edge.
• Oversee and coordinate frameworks, designs, blueprints and restoration plans that isolate problems and implement pre-planned alternative routes or systems to restore service in networks and communication environments.
• Promote and enforce business and technology standards, as well as best practices, within Networking 
• environments.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate qualification (Bachelors degree/Diploma or equivalent) in relevant IM Discipline
• It would be advantageous to have a postgraduate qualification in the related IM discipline OR a proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity.
• Registration with professional bodies (Desirable)

Certifications

• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence
• Desirable: CompTIA Security+
• Cisco Certified Entry Networking 
• Technician (CCENT)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate –
• Routing and Switching (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate –
• Security (CCNA-Security)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise certification.  

Experience

• 5- 7 years working experience in similar role

Technical Knowledge(Experience) Required For Role:

• Proven track record of implementing and maintaining network and voice technology systems for region mining operations
• Expert in wired and wireless LAN/WLAN/Mesh technologies

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in networking protocols, network security and information management systems is essential.
• Proficiency in specialized tools and technologies, including routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring software, is essential.
• Ensure vendors are held accountable for meeting SLA indicators.
• Liaise with solutions design and architecture to ensure that roadmaps are followed and services are introduced with excellence.
• Analyse and identify root causes of risk and quantify potential business impact.
• Engage with key stakeholders and understand their process requirements.
• Implement best-fit solutions to meet stakeholder requirements and contribute to region process enhancements.
• Perform continuous monitoring reviews and measure defined quality and quantity indicators.
• Interpret policy and explain why work needs to be completed in a particular manner.
• Explain how a particular process task needs to be fulfilled 
• Assign and re-assign work to ensure outputs and the elimination of waste

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 12 August 2025
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