Trainee Process Controller | Smelt

date of distribution: 05.01.2026

closing date: 14.01.2026

department / domain: pmr production/smelt

purpose of the job:to perform process control duties as per the section-specific procedures to enable the section/plant to meet production targets with respect to time, quality, reduced frequency of errors and wastage reduction.

minimum qualifications and requirements:

• nqf level 4 (matric) with mathematics and science, and/or a process controller who has passed one pmr process controller module.
• 0-1-year relevant plant/process experience.
• good communication skills with the ability to read and write in english.
• knowledge of plant-specific processes.
• knowledge of risk assessments in the workplace, including safety, environmental, security, and quality procedures.
• knowledge of company policies, standards, procedures and rules.
• knowledge of basic fighting and first aid training.
• basic computer literacy with good communication and customer service skills.
• basic problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• computer literacy, i.e., ms office, sap, will be an added advantage.
• must be medically fit for the platinum metal refinery (pmr).

duties and responsibilities:

• carry out all tasks associated with the trainee process controller position – as per the smelt cpdp.
• ensure that work is carried out in compliance with work procedures.
• ensure that log sheets (and other required documentation) are updated accurately, conduct analyses, and monitor operations.
• responsible for promoting and maintaining safety, environmental, quality and security standards in the area of work.
• promote and maintain good housekeeping in areas of responsibility.
• applications (cv, copies of qualifications and  one document) must be uploaded onto the vacancy portal on the intranet/springs/vacancies/ or on lets talk - incomplete applications will not be considered.
• your manager / supervisor must be aware of your application.
• shortlisted candidates may be subjected to psychometric assessments - impala platinum ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• in the event that you do not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, your application can be viewed as unsuccessful.
• preference will be given to employees from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the employment equity act, the companys recruitment policy and employment equity plan.
• impala platinum limited complies with the protection of personal information act 4 of 2013. Your personal information will be processed in a lawful, legitimate, and responsible manner. By submitting your application, you give your express & informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.
• fraud alert: impala platinum will never request you to make any cash deposit / payments as part of the recruitment process.