Position Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
The
Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a
UG Electrical 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
- Directly supervise electrical technicians, coordinate contractor activities, and ensure a safe working environment.
- Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment, including high-voltage distribution, industrial control panels, and mine-specific infrastructure.
- Enforce safety protocols, conduct risk assessments and maintain compliance with relevant regulations.
- Optimize maintenance workflows using CMMS systems, troubleshoot complex electrical faults, and ensure 24/7 equipment reliability.
- Review engineering drawings, manage spare parts inventory, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- May be involved in training junior staff and developing cross-training programs for a multi-skilled workforce.
- May be involved in managing budgets for maintenance, materials, and projects.
- May oversee smaller electrical projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, and ensuring work is completed to specifications.
- Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including high-voltage distribution, industrial control, and mine-specific infrastructure.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of electrical technicians.
- Thorough understanding of safety regulations and best practices in underground mining environments.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical faults and implement effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and other stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and ensure efficient workflow.
- May require specific electrical certifications (e.g., Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician) and relevant safety certifications (e.g., OSHA).
Qualification Requirements
- Electrical Trade Certificate or Equivalent
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Trade Certificate Equivalent.
- Environmental Policy Awareness
- Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness
- Power Factor Correction and generators
Experience And Competencies Needed
- Minimum of 5 years electrical experience on Sandvik/CAT mining equipment.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervisory role.
- Verifiable track record gained in similar diversified high-level portfolio
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Electrical Management Systems
- Ability to consistently manage such a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment
- Highly professional conduct at all times and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
- Significant base knowledge of all the areas depicted in the profile
- Must be motivated individual with ability to operate with minimum supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong maintenance, project management and systems improvement related experience and background
- Strong technical and strategic planning related experience and background.
- Strong values in safety commitment, policy and enforcement related experience and background
- Experience with selection, Maintenance and operation of Electrical and Mechanical equipment.
- Experience in managing Infrastructure projects.
- Computer literacy is essential- Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, ERP and MRPII packages (SAP, Ellipse, Pronto, Oracle etc.).
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.
