Heinrich Van Der Westhuizen
HRD Officer
Rustenburg
Summary
Seasoned HRD and Security Professional with over 15 years of progressive experience at Anglo American – Platinum (now Valterra Platinum). Proven expertise in training & development, risk and security management, and leadership within mining operations and high-risk international environments. Renowned for driving operational excellence, reducing incidents, and empowering teams through structured training programs.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
17
17
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
HRD (Training) Officer
Anglo American – Platinum / Valterra Platinum
05.2007 - Current
- - Facilitated high-impact training interventions across all mining levels
- - Increased training completion and certification rates by over 30%
- - Streamlined LMS usage (SAP, SuccessFactors) and reporting accuracy
- - Spearheaded safety training aligned with ISO standards and SHE principles
Security Manager
Omega Risk Solutions
12.2005 - 04.2007
- - Led security operations in high-threat regions, managing logistics and personnel
- - Implemented tactical protocols that minimized incidents and optimized client protection
- - Coordinated handling, securing & transportation of diamonds
Protection Officer
Anglo American – Platinum
06.1997 - 12.2005
- - Oversaw access control, perimeter patrols, and emergency response planning, coordinating handling of Precious Metals
Platoon Sergeant
South African Defence Force
01.1992 - 06.1997
- - Trained and led military units in operations readiness and tactical response
- - Honed discipline, leadership, and decision-making under pressure
Education
B-Tech - HRM
Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein03.2013
National Diploma - Training & Development
Maccauvlei Learning Academy
Vereeniging03.2012
Matric - Grade 12
Technical High School
Rustenburg12.1991
Skills
- Leadership & People Development
- Security Operations & Tactical Coordination
- Training Delivery & LMS Systems (SAP / SuccessFactors)
- Risk Management & Incident Investigation
- ISO Implementation (9001 & 27001)
Certification
Assessors & Moderators
References
- Stephen, Rutherford, Training Manager, +27 730228989
- Elrinda, Kruger, Learning Coordinator, +27 834469494
RECOGNITION & AWARDS
HRD Commendation, HRD Excellence (2nd Commendation)
Timeline
HRD (Training) Officer
Anglo American – Platinum / Valterra Platinum
05.2007 - Current
Security Manager
Omega Risk Solutions
12.2005 - 04.2007
Protection Officer
Anglo American – Platinum
06.1997 - 12.2005
Platoon Sergeant
South African Defence Force
01.1992 - 06.1997
National Diploma - Training & Development
Maccauvlei Learning Academy
Matric - Grade 12
Technical High School
B-Tech - HRM
Central University of Technology