Position Description

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a Mobile Equipment Operator I 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.

If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Ensure safe work practices by attending compulsory safety courses and meetings, use of required PPE, incident/accident reporting and ensuring total adherence to all Safety, Occupational Health, and Environmental Policies, as well as other policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Operate Truck safely whilst travelling waste within the surface and Underground.
Perform pre-start checks, refuel and wash equipment.
When instructed assist with charge up of faces, re-entry after firing and extension of mine services.
Work with technical and supervisory staff in quality and safety initiatives.
Complete all tasks at the required rate and to the required standard.
Compliance to all applicable mine safe work procedures / safe operating procedures.
Participation in all applicable safety, prestart and shift team meetings.
Plan all trips properly and ensure all the necessary equipment is on board for each trip.
Report any fault to responsible maintenance team and/or a Leader for all tools and /or equipment under area of working. Do not operate substandard equipment at any time.
Ensure the overall condition of the vehicle is excellent in accordance with company standards.
Maintain a log of all trips, events, and fuel consumption.
Develops and updates waste management policies and procedures.
Loads material, performs excavations, clears land trenches for utilities and performs related work involving the use of this type of heavy equipment like Backhoe Machine Operation.
Operated a field type tractor with attached, towed mower or cutter bar, equipment may be powered by direct drive from its wheels or a power take-off and is typically operated with hydraulic or mechanical controls.
Operated and maneuver tractors and equipment in confined areas such as between shrubs, trees, along fences and curbs.
Worked requires frequent arm and leg movements to operate tractors and mowing equipment.
Performed routine equipment checks, to include limited operator maintenance, checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels and lubricating the equipment.

Qualification requirements

Secondary School Education Certificate.
VETA Driving Certificate.
Valid Tanzanian driving license, class B, C, D and E.
Possess a Valid Tanzanian driving license, class B, C, D and E.
Able to Drive Manual Transmission/Stick Shift Transmission.
Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice.

Experience and competencies needed.

2-3 years’ Mobile Equipment Operator experience in the mining industry.
Experience in current Mobile Equipment Operator practices/ techniques.eg Backhoe, Service Truck and Tractor.
Ability to consistently manage such a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
Highly professional conduct always and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
Must be motivated individual with ability to operate with minimum supervision.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong technical and strategic planning related experience and background.
Strong values in safety commitment, policy and enforcement related experience and background
Performing tasks under minimal supervision and monitoring
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Performance orientated, strongly motivated and maintains a high work standard. Strong work ethic. Shows initiative. Adaptable to change management processes. Focused on continuous improvement.
Committed and engaged employees who are enthusiastic and passionate about Barrick and carry the company DNA.
Be able to conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.

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 the industry colleagues are endless.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.