Senior Technical Advisor – Shovels

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed employees for the position of Senior  Technical Advisor – Shovels – to join the versatile mining team. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
• Committing to Zero Harm
• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of all Shovel training requirements across the Lumwana Operations to upskill the shovel operators ensuring they perform their roles in accordance with site, industry standards and Barrick policies and procedures.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following: 

• Identify training needs for all Shovel operators.
• Coordinate training delivery on site for all Shovel Operators.
• Train/assess and work in consultation with a mentor/subject matter expert.
• Supervise mentors and review training progress at regular intervals.
• Record accurate details of trainees and the units they have demonstrated competency on.
• Manage all shovel operator assessment activities.
• Identify risks in the work area and use of correct controls.
• Mentor other trainers and ensure effective performance feedback is provided.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce costs without compromising outcomes.
• Works with individuals to identify areas for development, understand need for improvement, and set specific and appropriate development goals.
• Provide the necessary training support to enable all mining operations to perform at an optimum level
• Work with the Senior Trainers and Crew coordinators to achieve training targets in conjunction with the daily, weekly and monthly mining plans that correspond with the annual production target
• Participate in the development and promotion of the departmental continuous improvement programs.
• Development of site-specific training manuals and procedures

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Cert IV Training and assessment (or equivalent)
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Shovel Trainers role in mining environment
• Must demonstrate strong competency in electric shovel operations, including safe and efficient trailing cable management.
• Must be hands-on trainer with the ability to coach operators to improve productivity, equipment care, and safety standards in a large-scale open pit environment.
• Experience on Komatsu PC7000 and PC8000 equipment is highly desirable.
• Previous supervisory experience in a developing mine is highly desirable.
• Proven experience of operating and training on ultra-class hydraulic and electric shovels, including both face shovel and backhoe configurations, is essential

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged