Instrument Technician-Class 2

Job Description

To maintain, operate, repair, and optimize control systems, instrumentation, and related mechanical components that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable mining operations.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• • Safe achievement of maintenance tasks to support production performance.
  • Ensuring that work area is maintained to the required housekeeping standards.
  • All safety devices are operational and in use.
  • Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
  • Attending to breakdowns and emergencies as required.
  • Checklists and inspections are up to date and accurate.
  • Assessment of employee competency as required.
  • Maintenance of machinery and equipment.
  • Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
  • Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
  • Take responsibility for the proper discipline of any subordinates.
  • Report any contraventions of the Mining (Management and Safety) Regulations, codes of practice, instructions, permissions, exemptions etc
  • Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
  • Applying appropriate tools to complete tasks
  • Timely and accurate information
  • Support, coach and participate in the training and development of subordinates and apprentices
  • Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
  •  Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation equipment (sensors, transmitters, gauges, controllers).
  • Diagnose and repair faults in control systems and mechanical instrumentation.
  • Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on C&I equipment.
  •  Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
  • Support production teams by minimizing downtime through rapid fault-finding and repair.
  • Document maintenance activities, calibration records, and equipment performance.
  • Collaborate with engineers and electricians on system upgrades and modifications.

Qualifications

• 5 'O' Levels subjects
• Trade Test Certificate or equivalent qualification in Control & Instrumentation.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

•  Minimum 2 years’ experience in mining or heavy industrial environments.
•  Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Solar systems is an added advantage.

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: 04 July 2026