Tele-remote Operator Trainer

Tele-Remote Operator Trainer (01) Vacancy

Position Description

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking experienced and safety-focused Tele-Remote Operators to join our Underground Mining Operations team. The successful candidates will operate underground mobile equipment remotely from a designated control station, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive mining operations while supporting automation and continuous improvement initiatives to 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.

Reporting to: Development Superintendent

Duration: Fixed Term

Responsibilities:

• Operate tele-remote underground mobile equipment, including Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) loaders and haul trucks, in accordance with underground mine operating procedures.

• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment defects.

• Monitor equipment performance using tele-remote systems and onboard technologies.

• Maintain production targets while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

• Operate equipment safely in accordance with Ground Control, Traffic Management, and Critical Risk Management standards.

• Communicate effectively with Mine Control, Supervisors, and Maintenance personnel.

• Report hazards, incidents, and equipment abnormalities promptly.

• Participate in shift handovers, toolbox meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate production and operational records.

• Perform Towing/ Recovery activities     

• Coach and mentor trainees on LH307, LH410, LH514 Sandvik Loaders as well as Remote   operation 

• Assist with the training and skills development of trainees. 

• To provide technical, practical and field support in various working areas of the underground mine focusing on increasing work effectiveness and productivity while lowering cost through improved good operational practices 

Qualification Requirements:

• Qualification in Mining or similar technical qualification that is supported by practical work experience in mining.

• Candidates should have exposure to automation within the underground environment.

• Time management, scheduling, and planning.

• Hazard identification and Risk assessment 

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as tele-remote loader operator 

• Experience in operating machines in large underground mining operations

• Demonstrate ability to achieve 400t/hr on remotes of LH410 across a 12hr shift.

• Exposure to automation.

• Demonstrated ability in training operators in use of tele remote loader operation

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

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