Exploration Driver

Job Identification: 234466

Job Category: Exploration

Apply Before: 05/06/2025

Degree Level: Trade School

Job Schedule: Full Time

Job Description

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit an Exploration Driver for Light Vehicle to join and grow our team. Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. 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

Responsibilities

• Follow all documented Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Safely transport the exploration team in company vehicles, ensuring punctuality and professionalism at all times to ensure smooth operations during shift changes
• Strictly observe all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), traffic rules, and site-specific driving regulations both onsite and offsite, during daytime and nighttime operations.
• Maintain the company vehicle in excellent condition, performing daily inspections and adhering to all applicable site maintenance regulations and directives.
• Proactively identify and report any hazards or unsafe behaviours in the working area to promote a strong safety culture.
• Develop and adhere to an efficient work schedule that complements the roles and responsibilities of the exploration team.
• Plan all trips carefully, ensuring that all necessary equipment and documentation are on board before departure.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before each use and complete all required pre-operation documentation in line with site procedures.
• Immediately report any vehicle or equipment faults to the maintenance team responsible and/or the Exploration Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate logs of all trips, events, and fuel consumption records.
• Pick up and deliver goods and geological supplies according to schedule and directives from the Exploration team.
• Ensure the vehicle is kept in 100% operational condition, inside and out.
• Only undertake trips authorised by a valid work permit or official instruction; avoid unnecessary vehicle usage.
• Always uphold punctuality and professionalism to support field operations effectively.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to peers and management to promote continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualification Requirements

• Ordinary level certificate – Form IV
• VETA Driving Certificate
• Valid Tanzanian driving license, class B, C, D and E.

Skills / Knowledge Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a driver in a large organization, preferably in exploration/mining
• Excellent communication in English and Swahili, both writing and verbal
• Working under minimum supervision
• Mine Safety and Health Awareness
• Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice

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

We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities