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Impala Platinum (Implats) company profile
Impala Platinum, known as Implats, is the world's second-largest producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), operating primary mines across the Bushveld Igneous Complex in Rustenburg (North West Province) and the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe. The company also operates the Springs refinery in Gauteng, which processes PGMs into refined platinum, palladium, rhodium, and other metals for global markets.
50,000+Team
1966Founded
Rustenburg (Primary Mines)South Africa
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What Impala Platinum (Implats) company profile research shows
Impala Platinum, known as Implats, is the world's second-largest producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), operating primary mines across the Bushveld Igneous Complex in Rustenburg (North West Province) and the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe. The company also operates the Springs refinery in Gauteng, which processes PGMs into refined platinum, palladium, rhodium, and other metals for global markets.
Locations
Rustenburg (Primary Mines), Springs (Refinery), Johannesburg (Head Office)
Company size
50,000+
Role areas
Stoping Team Member, Winch Operator, Locomotive Driver
Typical pay
R9,000–R100,000/month
Head office
, South Africa
Founded
1966
What the work may be like
Underground platinum mining at Rustenburg is physically demanding and operates in mechanised conventional environments at significant depths. Safety is the primary culture — AMCU-negotiated safety stoppages are taken seriously, and Implats' safety record is closely monitored.
The Springs refinery is a surface metallurgical environment distinct from underground work. Community-recruitment practices mean Rustenburg locals often have direct pathway access through SLP commitments.
Hiring and application process
Candidates apply online via the Implats careers portal or through approved recruitment partners. Applications are screened for qualifications and experience before shortlisted individuals proceed to interviews and technical assessments.
Operational and safety-critical roles require medical examinations and fitness tests. Successful candidates receive offers after reference verification and background checks.
Who may be a good fit
- Rustenburg and North West Province candidates seeking entry into the platinum mining sector through learnership programmes, and experienced mining professionals seeking employment with one of SA's largest platinum producers
- World's second-largest platinum producer — a premium mining brand on any mining career CV
- AMCU-negotiated wages are among SA's highest for underground mining, particularly for experienced operators and artisans
- Learnership programmes provide accredited mine qualification pathways for community candidates without prior experience
What candidates should verify
- • Underground Rustenburg mining is physically demanding — extended underground shifts, high temperatures, and confined spaces are inherent
- • Remote site operations often require camp-based accommodation away from urban centres
- • Confirm salary, shift, location and campaign details in the live vacancy.
- • Use the employer's official application channel and never pay to apply.
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Impala Platinum, known as Implats, is the world's second-largest producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), operating primary mines across the Bushveld Igneous Complex in Rustenburg (North West Province) and the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe. The company also operates the Springs refinery in Gauteng, which processes PGMs into refined platinum, palladium, rhodium, and other metals for global markets.
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