Ventilation Technician at Barrick Gold Corporation · Shinyanga

About the Job: Ventilation Technician

Position Description:

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit three Ventilation Technicians to join and contribute to our team. We value individuals who embody Barrick’s core values and are committed to upholding them in their work. If you’re ready to champion honesty, integrity, results-driven approaches, sustainability, accountability, and safety, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Ensure adherence to safe work practices and report all incidents according to procedure and on time.
Strive for Zero Fatality, Zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI), and Zero Medically Treated Injuries (MTI) within the department, and promptly report incidents.
Identify, report, and rectify all unsafe acts, situations, and hazards within the working areas.
Conduct primary and secondary ventilation surveys, prepare reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
Perform dust monitoring, noise and fan pressure surveys, and measure Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM).
Update, print, and post mine ventilation and rescue plans every three months in designated locations.
Identify new fan installation locations and update the fan register.
Ensure servicing of fans from mined-out areas before relocating to another location.
Conduct routine inspections of underground Refuge Chambers and update their status.
Monitor the performance and calibration of underground gas monitoring instruments.
Track monthly mine ventilation duct usage by section and manage inventory.
Prepare ventilation field instructions and ensure their implementation.
Provide ventilation inputs in mine plans and stope notes.
Collaborate with mining, construction, operation, electrical, and engineering teams on ventilation-related tasks.
Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as required by the Technical Services Department.

Qualification Requirements:

Diploma in mining engineering or equivalent.
Valid Tanzania Driving License.

Experience And Skills Requirements:

Understanding of the underground mine environment and willingness to work underground for extended periods.
Familiarity with basic mine ventilation concepts.
Proficiency in verbal communication in English and Swahili.
Ability to use Microsoft Office package and willingness to learn mine software like Deswik CAD, VentSim, etc.
Competence in using ventilation measuring instruments such as anemometers, whirling hygrometer, etc.
Capacity to establish priorities, work independently, and achieve objectives without supervision.
Possession of a valid Tanzania driving license and ability to drive light vehicles underground.
Underground working experience, particularly in ventilation, will be advantageous.

What We Can Offer You:

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
The opportunity to make a difference and leave a lasting impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Opportunities for growth and learning alongside industry colleagues.

Please submit applications before: March 5th, 2024.

We are dedicated to ensuring a safe work environment, aiming to send every person home safe and healthy every day while leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.

Thank you for your application. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.