OHS Technical Trainer at Barrick Gold Tanzania

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit and OHS Technical Trainer 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 

• Participate in in toolbox meetings and contribute value-adding ideas to safety and environment around the workplace
• Shows and guide to Operators/Drivers how to conduct a thorough pre-start check of the equipment and inspection of the working area and fill in in a hazard slip for the identified hazards
• Do PTO (Planned task Observation) of the equipment we use for production to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Adhere to all safe practices when doing practical training to the novice Operators/Drivers and the experienced ones for skill retention
• Participates in incident/ accident investigation caused by Operators/Drivers both from Barrick and contractors
• Warn, mentor and coach Operators/Drivers on the spot when found doing something unsafe.
• Train safe and productive operating practices to Operators/Drivers and follow up for implementation
• Holding disciplinary counselling to Operators/Drivers breaching safety rules during equipment operation
• Develop, review and communicate SOPs to Operators/Drivers and the whole Mining force 
• Technical trainers tie up with safety officers to ensure safety and good practices are considered to every piece of work.
• Participates in motivating and guiding Operators/Drivers to do what is right and required by the company or what is planned to be done within the shift
• Actively obeys and adheres to instructions given by the top Mining leadership
• Train Operators/Drivers how to conduct effective equipment walk around inspection, correctly and timely reporting of identified faults
• Train and assess green (Starting from scratch) and experienced Operators/Drivers on proper and effective equipment operation and issue permits for the equipment found or when competency is achieved
• Train Operators/Driver of tired equipment on tire care and management to increase tire life to planned tire life or beyond
• Train Operators/Drivers on environment management and reporting timely the environmental incidents
• Train and assess Operators/Drivers for supporting equipment in other departments
• Conduct assessment for workshop personnel and issue the Move and Test permit for the equipment under repair or services
• Assess contractor equipment Operators/Drivers and issue with operating permits for the equipment found competent to operate safely and productively
• Conduct field follow up to ensure what is trained or assessed to the Operators/Drivers are implemented on the field for both OC Mining, maintenance personnel and contractor Operators/Drivers
• Conduct mid and yearly refresher training to all Operators/Drivers as a knowledge and skill retention program
• Attend and participate in JHA and FRA for non-routine tasks in the active mining areas
• Attend and participate in the investigation involving OC Mining equipment and communicate the developed corrective action plans to the production crews and follow up the implementation
• Conduct annual reviews and updates of OC mining department SOPs for equipment operation and other tasks or activities 
• Attend and assist in the supervision of projects involving mining equipment in the active mining area and any areas where such machineries have been requested to work
• Conduct classroom session and theory assessment for new hired equipment Operators/Drivers prior to starting field practical training
• Use the simulator to train experienced Operators/Drivers for up-skilling and skill retention, appropriate and timely response to safety and emergency events which cannot be practically trained on real machines such as fire events, brake failure etc.
• Use the simulator to train green (Starting from scratch/ Inexperienced) Operators/Drivers prior to starting training on the real machine in field
• Conduct ad-hoc based training to Operators/Drivers for any identified malpractice which does not add value to the operation or training on accidents happening in other mines with similar operations
• Assist in raising and filling in of flash and incident reports for the safety incidents involving mining machineries
• Attend, participate and produce the training records for the Operators/Drivers involved in accidents

Qualification requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Valid certification or competency in equipment/vehicle operations or training (e.g., Earthmoving Equipment Trainer, Mobile Equipment Assessor).
• Computer literacy (MS Office, LMS platforms, training trackers). 
• Knowledge of training a person/ imparting knowledge to a person 
• Valid Tanzania Driving License with B, C, C1, C2, C3, D, E, F and G classes
• Fluency in Kiswahili and English as communication languages 
• First aid Certificate
• Instructors/ assessor’s certificate 

Experience and competencies needed.

• 3-5 Years’ experience in training 
• Capability to train Operators/Drivers to full competency 
• Capability of identifying hazards in workplaces, record and report accordingly 
• Capability of identifying faults on the pieces of equipment before and during the course of training
• Capability of following through what is trained is being implemented accordingly 
• Equipment operation skills 
• Presentation skills
• Hazard identification, writing and reporting skills 
• Conflict and problem-solving skills 
• Proven experience delivering technical and OHS training.
• Competency in assessing equipment operation skills and issuing permits/authorizations.
• Ability to develop training materials, SOPs, and equipment-specific training modules.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring abilities. English writing skills and computer use skills
• Physically fit and capable of passing a mine-site medical assessment
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to train and work with multicultural
• Familiarity with incident/accident investigation protocols
• Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice.
• Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal 
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with and commitment to HSE best practice.
• Ability to consistently manage such a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
• Highly professional conduct at all times and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
•  Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
• 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.

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.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company.  With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.  We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth.  Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About the Team

The North Mara gold mine is located in north-west Tanzania in the Tarime district of the Mara region. It is around 100 kilometres east of Lake Victoria and 20 kilometres south of the Kenyan border.

North Mara started commercial production in 2002. The mine is a combined open pit and underground operation from two deposits, Gokona (underground) and Nyabirama (open pit). The process plant has the capacity to process an average of 8,000 tonnes of ore per day.