Shift Development Supervisor

Position Description

The Kibali Gold Mine Team is seeking to recruit Shift Development Supervisor 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:

Supervising and directing underground development, drill / blast and haulage crews. Assigning daily tasks based on the mine plan and ensuring all activities are completed efficiently. Monitoring worker performance, providing coaching, and enforcing company policies. Conducting pre-shift meetings to discuss work plans, safety updates, and equipment status. Ensuring all mining activities adhere to mine safety regulations, company policies, and local laws. Conducting workplace inspections to identify and mitigate hazards such as unstable ground, poor ventilation, and equipment malfunctions. Investigating incidents, near misses, or equipment failures and reporting findings to management. Ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforcing safety protocols. Coordinating drilling, blasting, mucking, and haulage operations to maintain production targets. Ensuring proper use of mining equipment, including jumbo drills, LHDs, haul trucks and IT’s. Troubleshooting operational challenges and making real-time decisions to keep production on track. Ensuring ground support installation (rock bolts, shotcrete, wire mesh, etc.) is completed as per engineering standards. Verifying that ventilation, dewatering, and power systems are functioning correctly. Coordinating with maintenance teams to ensure all machinery is in working order and addressing breakdowns promptly. Liaising with mine managers, engineers, and other supervisors to align shift activities with overall mine planning. Preparing shift reports detailing production progress, equipment status, safety incidents, and any operational challenges. Communicating with incoming shift supervisors to ensure smooth handovers and continuity of operations. Leading emergency response efforts in case of accidents, fires, rockfalls, or ventilation failures. Making quick, informed decisions to resolve unexpected issues underground. Work in compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001 Standards. 

Qualification Requirements:

Degree in Engineering or Mining Science

Experience and Skills Requirements:

5 years’ experience a similar role Experience working in mining industry and understanding of Underground mining process

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

Please forward applications before: [14th February 2025]

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.