Auto Electrician and Automation Foreman Expatriate (02)  Vacancies

Position Description

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit an Auto Electrician and Automation Foreman to join and grow our team. This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance of all electrical systems on underground mobile equipment. This includes oversight of conventional auto electrical (12/24V), advanced automation/control systems, and specialized high voltage (HV) electrical systems. The Foreman leads a team of skilled electricians and technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, technical standards, and operational targets to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance in a challenging underground environment. To ensure activities in the Engineering and Services department are effectively planned and undertaken safely and cost-effectively to achieve targets in accordance with BGML Mining Safety Standards, Policies, and Procedures.

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: HME Superintendent    

Duration: Fixed Term Contract

Responsibilities:

Lead, supervise, train, and mentor a team of Auto Electricians, Automation Technicians, and HV Electricians

Assign and prioritize daily, weekly, and major repairs, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and completion of work.

Conduct regular toolbox talks, performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Foster a proactive safety culture, technical excellence, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork within the electrical department.

Coordinate team schedules, shift rotations, and ensure appropriate staffing levels to support 24/7 operations

Enforce strict adherence to all Barrick safety standards, mine acts, electrical codes, and environmental regulations, with particular emphasis on high voltage safety.

Ensure proper application of Lock-Out/Tag-Out and Try Out (LOTOTO), Permit to Work (PTW) systems, arc flash procedures, and mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments on electrical work areas and equipment.

Lead or participate in incident investigations (RCFA) for electrical failures or safety incidents, implementing effective corrective actions.

Promote and manage electrical safety training for the team, including HV rescue procedures

Provide advanced technical expertise, oversight, and guidance for diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical systems, including:

Auto Electrical (12/24V DC): Lighting, starting/charging, wiring harnesses, general vehicle electronics, communication systems (radio, tracking).

Automation & Control Systems: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), sensor integration, data acquisition, advanced mobile equipment control logic, and network diagnostics.

High Voltage (HV) Systems: Power distribution, large electric motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), transformers, switchgear, cable splicing/termination/testing

Ensure the use of appropriate diagnostic tools (e.g., multi-meters, oscilloscopes, thermal imagers, hippo testers, software) for accurate fault finding.

Oversee the execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on all electrical components of underground mobile equipment (e.g., LHDs, jumbos, haul trucks, shotcrete & other ancillary machines).

Collaborate with the Planning and Reliability Superintendent, other Foremen, and Operations to plan, schedule, and prioritize electrical maintenance tasks.

Ensure timely requisitioning and management of spare parts, tools, and materials for electrical work.

Manage and coordinate external contractors, OEMs, and specialist vendors for specific electrical tasks, diagnostics, and warranty claims.

Provide input into budget forecasting and resource allocation for the electrical department

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for electrical maintenance, such as Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), equipment availability, and maintenance backlog.

Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and testing within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Generate regular reports on electrical performance, issues, and improvement initiatives for management.

Actively identify opportunities for improving equipment reliability, maintainability, and electrical system performance.

Evaluate and recommend new electrical technologies, diagnostic tools, and automation solutions relevant to underground mobile equipment.

Collaborate with Engineering and OEMs to implement modifications, upgrades, and best practices.

Stay abreast of industry trends, new electrical codes, and emerging technologies, particularly in battery-electric vehicle systems and advanced automation

Environmental monitoring, compliance, and reporting.

Provide feedback to OEM to enable improvements to the equipment or its operation.

Develop and upskill the national workforce. 

 

Qualification Requirements:

 

Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent recognized electrical trade qualification/license.Specialized certifications or formal training in High Voltage (HV) safety, operations, and maintenance

 

 Experience and Skills Requirements:

 

Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive experience as a qualified electrician, with a substantial portion dedicated to heavy mobile equipment in a mining or heavy industrial environment.

At least 3-5 years of demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in an electrical team, preferably in an underground setting

Working in Remote locations 

Min 5 years working with Sandvik Equipment’s 

 

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 maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that every person goes home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.

 

Thank you for your application; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.