The Barrick North Mara Team is seeking to recruit IT Operator 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 

• Safely operate Integrated Tool Carriers and other heavy machinery (e.g., forklifts, loaders) with various attachments (forks, buckets, booms) to load, transport, and unload heavy materials.
• Transport mining supplies, including pipes, cables, ventilation components, drill consumables, and spare parts, from surface stores to underground working faces.
• Assist Production and Electrical/Communications crews by transporting and positioning heavy equipment components.
• Perform pre-start checks (pre-operational inspections) on equipment, conduct risk assessments, identify hazards (Hazard ID), and adhere to MSHA/regulatory standards.
• Perform general housekeeping in the work area and assist in ground control (scaling) when required.
• Assist with basic maintenance, fault finding, and lubrication of the equipment.

Qualification requirements

• Tertiary or ordinary secondary education.
• Valid driver’s license (often Heavy Vehicle/HT license required for specific machines).
• Diploma in Mining Engineering will be of added advantage.

Experience and competencies needed.

• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of practical experience in underground mining, with specific experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Underground drilling knowledge and skills.
• Sound knowledge and experience of underground mining practices and operations.
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining

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

• Safely operate Integrated Tool Carriers and other heavy machinery (e.g., forklifts, loaders) with various attachments (forks, buckets, booms) to load, transport, and unload heavy materials.
• Transport mining supplies, including pipes, cables, ventilation components, drill consumables, and spare parts, from surface stores to underground working faces.
• Assist Production and Electrical/Communications crews by transporting and positioning heavy equipment components.
• Perform pre-start checks (pre-operational inspections) on equipment, conduct risk assessments, identify hazards (Hazard ID), and adhere to MSHA/regulatory standards.
• Perform general housekeeping in the work area and assist in ground control (scaling) when required.
• Assist with basic maintenance, fault finding, and lubrication of the equipment.

• Heavy equipment operation
• Underground drilling knowledge
• Underground mining practices and operations knowledge
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining

• Tertiary or ordinary secondary education.
• Valid driver’s license (often Heavy Vehicle/HT license required for specific machines).
• Diploma in Mining Engineering will be of added advantage.