Geotechnical Technician

Position Description

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking a Geotechnical Technician to join our high‑performing technical group. We are looking for a motivated professional who embodies Barrick’s core values and contributes to our commitment to safe, efficient, and sustainable mining.

We seek individuals who 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 are ready to contribute to a world‑class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Geotechnical Engineer to ensure Company interests are upheld
• Conduct daily inspections of active underground headings and stopes
• Conduct daily pit, dump, and sump inspections and reporting
• Perform geotechnical core logging of diamond drill cores and update the geotechnical database
• Conduct geotechnical mapping of underground development headings and open pit batter faces, including data processing
• Supervise scaling activities in open pit mines to ensure proper execution and berm crest protection
• Ensure adherence to geotechnical SOPs and all relevant Company procedures
• Conduct pre‑stope inspections for stope note input
• Install ground movement monitoring systems and record instrumentation data
• Assist with ground support designs
• Assist with paste‑fill designs and paste‑fill QAQC test work
• Conduct open pit pre‑blast and post‑blast assessments and supervise geotechnical drilling activities
• Perform laser scanning, track seismic and slope stability radar data trends, and maintain the rock noise database
• Ensure daily/weekly sharing of tracking sheets and inspection reports
• Assist with routine short‑term numerical modelling for ground conditions and slope stability assessments
• Assist the Geotechnical Engineer with monthly underground dilution database updates
• Assist with monthly and quarterly geotechnical performance review reports (development, stope, cable bolt, slope stability)
• Provide weekly updates of the Geotechnical Section Work Plan
• Maintain adequate stocks of ground support consumables
• Conduct QAQC of installed ground support units (pull testing and extensometer monitoring)
• Promote health and safety in the workplace
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Company policies
• Perform upward reporting as required

Qualification requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness.

Experience and Competencies needed

• Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience in an underground or open pit mining environment.
• Valid Tanzania driving licence and ability to drive a manual transmission light vehicle.
• Knowledge of geotechnical or mine design software is an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of mine design and geotechnical investigation methods.
• Ability to collect logging, mapping and monitoring data for open pit and underground projects
• Proficient in the preparation of concise and accurate inspection reports and memos.
• Ability to update tracking sheets and geotechnical databases
• Teamwork and adaptability working with mining and drilling crews and technical staff
• Comfortable with field work, working outside in all weather conditions including underground.

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.

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".