Patrolperson

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.

Location : This role is based in Thabazimbi

The Patrolperson L1 will be responsible for the application of routine to skilled security procedures within a Valterra Platinum Operation to ensure that employees and assets are protected. The Patrolperson L1 will to a certain extent support with investigations and emergency protection duties as part of this role.

Quality security services

• Follow work instructions
• Ensure proper understanding of the required actions
• Accurately complete role administration requirements
• Report to Protection Services Officer when task is completed
• Identify and report all irregularities to Assistant Protection Services Officer
• Apply recognized work, legislative and security standards
• Ensure that security tasks are completed to required quality standards
• Conduct allocated patrols or checkpoint duties including ad hoc security assignment such as searches and roadblocks
• Assist with crowd management during community unrest or other emergency situations
• Conducts dog handing activities where applicable
• Competent to drive security vehicle when there is a need
• Gather information that could assist with risk management
• Take appropriate action on observation of risk situation.
• Respond to security alarms and take appropriate action
• Enforce and monitor access controls
• Take appropriate action when a security issue is observed
• Conduct surveillance activities to support investigation when required
• Effective use of allocated equipment such as radios and telephones
• Effective two-way communications with team members and visitors
• Promote security awareness by reminding team members to follow work procedures and identifying problems with work practices
• Maintains facilities, equipment and personal image up to a high standard of presentation
• Participating in required meetings including safety, health, environment initiatives
• Gathers information through cultivating sources
• Arrests all transgressors within the law
• Attend disciplinary enquiries as a witness/complainant
• Support and assist Patrolpersons when there is a need

• Grade 12
• Registered with the PSIRA on grade C

Experience required

• 2 years’ experience in Security environment or equivalent
• Supervisory experience advantageous

Technical knowledge

• Computer literacy
• Counter Industrial Action practical
• Applicable SAPS firearm competency
• Communications in English (spoken, written and reading)
• Writing of statements and opening of case dockets
• Handling of various emergency situations
• Psychometric Assessment for firearm users
• No criminal record
• Polygraph test
• Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
• Use of Force Procedure
• Valterra Platinum Rules of engagement

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

23 October 2026