Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 25 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Technician – Emergency Response (Fixed Term Contract). to join the versatile Occupational Health and Safety Department under Mineral Resource Management – PFS Section We are in search of an individual 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

Reporting to the Supervisor – Emergency Response, you will be responsible for providing expedient and effective emergency services (in Fire Fighting, Rope Rescue, Vehicle Rescue, Hazmat, Confine Space Rescue, working at Height and Ambulance services) and also maintenance of emergency equipment across site in order to minimize personal injury/suffering, equipment/environmental damage and loss of production in the event of an incident or accident within Lumwana Mining Company site / Lease area, township and community.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
• Respond to all emergency situations across site if called upon in a timely and effective manner, to minimize personal injury/suffering, damage to property/environment, or loss of production.
• Attend training programs to ensure optimum skill levels.
• Participate in ongoing education and awareness of Basic Life Support (BLS) skills.
• Be aware of and carry out Fitness for Work testing and Education.
• Able to conduct Pre-starts on all ER equipment and operate emergency appliances competently.
• Undertake all duties as directed by Supervisor which include inspections and maintenance of Fire / Rescue equipment in line with company values, policies, and procedures.
• Conducting weekly standard tests on specialized ER equipment and compile reports outlining general status / functionality for the attention of Supervisor to rectify any recorded faults.
• Actively promote, monitor, and enforce compliance of personnel with safe work practices.
• Ensure all incidents are reported and investigated according to Company policy and statutory requirements and all recommended corrective actions are completed.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:
• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Minimum of two (2) years post qualification experience in rescue and emergency services in the mining industry
• Certificate in Mine rescue and emergency services – ERT Core disciplines (Fire, Road Accident Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Rope rescue, Confined space Rescue, Hazardous Material and Medical Rescue)
• Certificate (s) in Fire Technology Systems (Detection and Suppression) or Emergency Response Services.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) qualification – Basic Life Support or Chamber of Mines First Aid Certificate
• Good computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet applications. (Microsoft packages)
• Valid Zambian/SADC Driving Licence – Class C

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 organisation

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
• Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://jobs.barrick.com/. 
• Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.
• Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.
• Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Closing date for receipt of applications is 31st October 2023. If you are not contacted by HR department within 30 days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.

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