Position Description

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter to join and grow its team.

Barrick is looking for individuals who can champion the company’s DNA and core values by:

• Communicating honestly and 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.

Candidates who are ready to contribute to a world-class team while embracing these values are encouraged to apply and become valued members of Barrick’s diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for the following duties:

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and Barrick health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Report all Health, Safety, and Environmental issues through an incident report.
• Conduct daily maintenance inspection and execution of plant equipment.
• Ensure work completion details are finalized according to work requirements and procedures.
• Ensure mechanical tools and equipment are maintained and stored according to Barrick and OEM safety standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot process plant equipment problems and solve engineering issues.
• Ensure parts and components are selected and replaced as required according to specifications and the work plan.
• Determine, obtain, and inspect the correct size, type, and quantity of materials or components for compliance with job specifications.
• Plan work in detail, including sequencing and prioritizing, while considering maintenance of plant security and capacity according to system and site requirements.
• Conduct weekly reviews of planned versus actual work compared to weekly and monthly plans in respective areas or sections.
• Ensure handovers are conducted 100% accurately every day.
• Maintain 100% compliance in completing required logbooks for daily, weekly, and monthly inspections.
• Demonstrate competence in the use and operation of all required power tools and hand tools, ensuring they are inspected and maintained daily.
• Respond to breakdowns according to priority and attend to them as soon as practically possible.
• Ensure 100% compliance with equipment preventive maintenance schedules and carry out work accordingly every day.
• Ensure 100% compliance with Standard Operating Procedures for safe work daily, including isolation, lockout, confined space, working at height, lifting, and rigging.

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

• A relevant trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a Technician Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Technical or vocational school training, apprenticeship training, or on-the-job training such as FTC, VETA, IMTT Trade Test, or equivalent.
• A Mechanical Trade Certification is highly desired.

Experience and Competencies Needed

Applicants should have the following experience, skills, and competencies:

• At least 3 years of post-trade test experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ artisan experience in mechanical fitting, specifically working with gold plant equipment.
• Demonstrated competence in the rebuilding and servicing of gold plant equipment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to conduct hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and manuals.
• Possession of a valid light vehicle manual-class driving license.
• Strong technical and strategic planning experience and background.
• Ability to consistently manage a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
• Highly professional conduct at all times.
• Ability to deal with a diverse client base.
• Significant base knowledge of all areas covered in the job profile.
• Motivation and ability to operate with minimum supervision.
• Performance-oriented mindset, strong motivation, and ability to maintain a high work standard.
• Strong work ethic and ability to show initiative.
• Adaptability to change management processes.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Commitment and engagement as an employee who is enthusiastic and passionate about Barrick and carries the company DNA.
• Strong technical and strategic planning-related experience and background.

What Barrick Can Offer You

Barrick offers the successful candidate:

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

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and Barrick health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Report all Health, Safety, and Environmental issues through an incident report.
• Conduct daily maintenance inspection and execution of plant equipment.
• Ensure work completion details are finalized according to work requirements and procedures.
• Ensure mechanical tools and equipment are maintained and stored according to Barrick and OEM safety standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot process plant equipment problems and solve engineering issues.
• Ensure parts and components are selected and replaced as required according to specifications and the work plan.
• Determine, obtain, and inspect the correct size, type, and quantity of materials or components for compliance with job specifications.
• Plan work in detail, including sequencing and prioritizing, while considering maintenance of plant security and capacity according to system and site requirements.
• Conduct weekly reviews of planned versus actual work compared to weekly and monthly plans in respective areas or sections.
• Ensure handovers are conducted 100% accurately every day.
• Maintain 100% compliance in completing required logbooks for daily, weekly, and monthly inspections.
• Demonstrate competence in the use and operation of all required power tools and hand tools, ensuring they are inspected and maintained daily.
• Respond to breakdowns according to priority and attend to them as soon as practically possible.
• Ensure 100% compliance with equipment preventive maintenance schedules and carry out work accordingly every day.
• Ensure 100% compliance with Standard Operating Procedures for safe work daily, including isolation, lockout, confined space, working at height, lifting, and rigging.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to conduct hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong technical and strategic planning experience and background.
• Ability to consistently manage a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
• Highly professional conduct at all times.
• Ability to deal with a diverse client base.
• Significant base knowledge of all areas covered in the job profile.
• Motivation and ability to operate with minimum supervision.
• Performance-oriented mindset, strong motivation, and ability to maintain a high work standard.
• Strong work ethic and ability to show initiative.
• Adaptability to change management processes.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Commitment and engagement as an employee who is enthusiastic and passionate about Barrick and carries the company DNA.

• A relevant trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a Technician Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Technical or vocational school training, apprenticeship training, or on-the-job training such as FTC, VETA, IMTT Trade Test, or equivalent.
• A Mechanical Trade Certification is highly desired.