Exploration Lead at Barrick Gold Tanzania

Job Title:     Exploration project/site Lead 

Department:   Exploration

Reports To:    Exploration Manager  

The Barrick Africa & Middle East Exploration Team is proud to be home to leading technical experts. It combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, discovery-driven teams operating in many of the most prospective, world-class Au and Cu exploration districts. 

We are seeking to recruit an Exploration Lead for Bulyanhulu to join Tanzania Exploration team.

We are seeking an engaged, field and discovery focused Exploration Lead to drive the discovery of world class orebodies. The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to explore in world class gold districts and shape an expanding portfolio. 

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:

• Lead the planning and execution of site’s near-mine and regional exploration programs in alignment with the country strategy, budget and business objectives.
• Drive target generation, geological modelling, drilling and evaluation to advance discovery and resource-growth opportunities through clear decision points.
• Ensure high technical standards in geological interpretation, drill targeting, logging, sampling, QA/QC and exploration data management.
• Lead and develop the site exploration team, establishing clear accountabilities and promoting collaboration, technical excellence and high performance.
• Manage drilling contractors and consultants, ensuring delivery against safety, productivity, quality, cost and contractual requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with Journey to Zero, the Global Drilling Standard, critical controls, environmental requirements and applicable regulatory and ISO standards.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts and operational risks, implementing timely corrective actions where performance deviates from plan.
• Support stakeholder engagement, land access, compensation, permitting and licence compliance to enable responsible and uninterrupted exploration activities.
• Provide accurate and timely technical, operational, safety and financial reporting, with clear recommendations to the Country Exploration Manager and AME leadership.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology / Geoscience from a recognized institution. 
• Advanced Degree (MSc / PhD) will be viewed favourably.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• 10–15 years of progressive mineral exploration experience, preferably within orogenic gold systems, VMS and IRGD
• At least 3–5 years in a senior technical or project leadership role, managing multidisciplinary exploration teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading near-mine and regional exploration programs from target generation through drilling and evaluation.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, community and environment.
• Exposure to world class exploration districts and Tier 1 ore bodies, with a track record of discovery seen advantageously.
• Firm understanding and recognition of mineralization models and geological processes.
• Geological / geophysical / geochemical interpretive and integration skills.
• Significant field-based exploration experience in Africa and/or the Middle East.
• Self-motivated and discovery driven, with focus on leadership.
• Displayed ability to work within high performing, multidisciplinary, successful team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in GIS and 3D geological modelling software. Experience with ArcGIS, Leapfrog Geo, Micromine, ioGAS is considered an asset.
• Ability to deliver concise technical and business focused presentations and reports in simple to understand format to a broad audience of cross functional peers and stakeholders required.
• Good communication and administration skills.

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 industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

How to apply: 

• Applicants are invited to submit their CV’s/Resumes online. 

Please forward applications before: 31 August 2026

Zero Tolerance for Corruption: Barrick has a strict zero-tolerance approach to bribery, fraud, and corruption. Any attempt by a candidate to influence the recruitment process through bribery, illegal inducements, or offering gifts/favors to staff will result in the immediate disqualification of their application and may lead to legal action.

We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

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