Charge up Trainers 

Position Description 

The Kibali Gold Mine Team is seeking to recruit three Charge up Trainers 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:

Develop and deliver training programs for underground charge-up operations, including theory and practical sessions.

Train miners on safe handling, storage, transportation, and use of explosives and detonators.

Demonstrate correct charging and blasting techniques in accordance with my design and regulatory standards.

Assess and certify employees’ competency in charge-up and blasting operations.

Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) regulations in training and field activities.

Coach operators on recognizing and mitigating hazards during charge-up and blasting.

Maintain training records, competency reports, and progress tracking for each trainee.

Liaise with supervisors and safety officers to identify training needs and skill gaps.

Promote continuous improvement in blasting practices and safety awareness.

Conduct refresher courses and retraining sessions when required.

Report unsafe practices and recommend corrective actions.

Work in compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001 Standards. 

Qualification Requirements:  

Blasting Certificate / Explosives License (recognized by local mining authority).

Train-the-Trainer certification or equivalent qualification in adult education / workplace training.

Experience and Skills Requirements: 

5–7 years of hands-on underground charge-up/blasting experience.

2–3 years in a supervisory or training/coaching capacity (e.g., Charge Up Supervisor, Leading Hand, or Trainer role) 

Proven experience as a Charge Up Operator in an underground mine.

Strong knowledge of underground mining methods, explosives, and blasting procedures.

Familiarity with mine safety regulations and risk management practices.

Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure and in hazardous environments.

Computer literacy (MS Office, training software) for training reports and assessments

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

Please forward applications before: 31 October 2025

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.