Machinist

Job description

Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia

Job Description

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: MACHINIST

Lumwana Mining Company is seeking to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Machinist to join the versatile Process team. We are in search of an individual 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 Mechanical Maintenance Resource Coordinator, you will be responsible for precision machining of mechanical components to support the maintenance of plant and mining equipment. The role ensures equipment availability and reliability by performing machining operations in accordance with technical drawings, safety standards, and production requirements.

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

Perform machining tasks including turning, milling, drilling, grinding, cutting, and fitting of mechanical components.
Interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and job specifications.
Manufacture replacement parts for pumps, gearboxes, shafts, and other plant/mechanical equipment.
Conduct inspections and measurements to ensure accuracy and adherence to tolerances.
Set up, operate, and maintain machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, slotting machines, grinders, band saws, and drilling machines.
Carry out preventive maintenance on machine tools and maintain high housekeeping standards in the workshop.
Collaborate with maintenance teams to deliver quality repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
Ensure compliance with LMC Occupational Health & Safety Policy in all machining activities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending machining process improvements.
Provide technical advice to supervisors and planners regarding repair feasibility
Maintain machining job records using integrated maintenance systems (e.g., SAP).
Record inspection results, part measurements, and machining history.
Follow established maintenance and quality systems.
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:
Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
Craft Certificate in Machining/Metal Machining or equivalent recognized qualification.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in machining within heavy industry, mining, or manufacturing.
Skilled in lathe, milling, drilling, and grinding operations.
Proficient with precision measurement tools (micrometres, vernier callipers, dial indicators).
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Knowledge of machining safety standards and workshop practices.
Experience in repair and fabrication of mining/process equipment components.
Physically fit and able to work in confined spaces and at heights if required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
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

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs through http://jobs.barrick.com/ 

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

Barrick offers equal employment opportunities to qualified men and women

The closing date for receipt of applications is 15th October 2025. If you are not contacted by HR department within 30 days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company.  With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry – including six of the world’s Tier One gold mines – Barrick’s operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.  We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth.  Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “B” and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “ABX”.

About the Team

The Lumwana copper mine is a conventional open pit (truck and shovel) operation. It’s located about 100 kilometers west of Solwezi in Zambia’s Copperbelt — one of the most prospective copper regions in the world. Lumwana ore, which is predominantly sulfide, is treated through a conventional sulfide flotation plant, producing copper concentrate