Operator RBMR

About the role

Valterra Platinum is hiring an Operator RBMR, based in Rustenburg, North West. An Operator BMR is responsible for receiving bulk chemicals and raw materials plays a critical role in supporting production by ensuring that all materials are safely and efficiently unloaded, inspected, stored, and documented for use in the production process. This role is essential in ensuring that production operations have a steady and reliable supply of bulk chemicals and raw materials, while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency in handling potentially hazardous chemicals. The role is a hybrid of a standard day shift, rotating shift, standby and after-hours breakdown calls requirements. The shift each employee will be assigned will be based on operational requirements and employee skills and capabilities. Safety Performance and Delivery People & Teams Compliance

Responsibilities

• Consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Unload incoming deliveries of bulk chemicals and raw materials from trucks, tankers, or containers, ensuring safe handling and compliance with safety procedures.
• Inspect materials upon arrival to verify quantity, quality, and compliance with purchase orders and material safety data sheets (SDS).
• Identify and report any discrepancies or damages in the received materials to the supply chain team for resolution.
• Accurately document the receipt of all bulk chemicals and raw materials
• Ensure all necessary paperwork, such as delivery notes, material certificates, and SDS, are properly filed.
• Ensure proper handling of chemicals in line with safety regulations and best practices, such as wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following hazardous material protocols.
• Safely store bulk chemicals and raw materials in designated areas, ensuring proper labeling and adherence to storage conditions (e.g., temperature, ventilation).
• Maintain storage areas to ensure they comply with safety and environmental regulations, such as proper containment of hazardous materials to prevent spills.
• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or specialized pumps for receiving and transferring chemicals, while adhering to safety guidelines.
• Participate in safety training and emergency response drills related to chemical spills, fires, or other hazardous incidents.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the receiving and storage areas to promote a safe working environment and efficient material handling.
• Report broken/unusable expired shelf-life items.
• Operates all equipment and vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Report any defects to warehouse assets to relevant personnel.
• Complies with applicable safety regulations and operating practices. Support the sections Business Improvement structure through dedicated Analyse and Improve initiatives, embedding a culture of learning and continuous improvement for benchmark performance.
• Support the Technical team to ensure overall integrity, sustainability and reliability of the area in the section as required.
• Minimizes stock losses through proper materials handling
• Actively engage as a team member in all team processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements.

Requirements

• Certifications
• Valid code B or C1 driver’s license
• Materials Handling Equipment license (up to 4 Ton Forklift)
• Chemical Operations Certificate is desirable
• Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics and Physical Science
• Experience
• 1-year materials handling experience.
• Hazardous chemicals handling experience will be advantageous
• Technical skills
• Proficient in English
• Proficient in computer skills
• Basic understanding of chemical handling and safety regulations