Field Compressor Technician (02) Vacancies

Position Description

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit a Field Compressor Technician to join and grow our team to align to the Barrick DNA and drive a change within his/her team and the business and on a practical note will ensure activities in the Engineering department are effectively planned and undertaken in a safe and cost-effective manner to achieve targets in accordance to 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: Process Plant Mechanical Superintendent 

Duration: Permanent

Responsibilities:

Ensure safe work practices, i.e., attending compulsory safety courses and meetings, use of required PPE, incident/accident reporting and ensuring total adherence to all Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental Policies, as well as other relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.

Team based Job Safety Analysis completed accurately for every task with a Standard Operating Procedure

Ensure the plant operates within acceptable limits and deviations are reported. 

Adhere Isolation and lock out permits’ procedures. 

Perform routine, preventive maintenance and repair on all brands of air compressors both oil flooded and oil free, refrigerated, or desiccant air dryer and related equipment. Preventive maintenance should be conducted in accordance with manufacture’s recommendations. 

Troubleshoot and perform diagnosis on malfunction equipment, determine possible causes for 

Ensure safe work practices, i.e., attending compulsory safety courses and meetings, use of required PPE, incident/accident reporting and ensuring total adherence to all Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental Policies, as well as other relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.

Team based Job Safety Analysis completed accurately for every task with a Standard Operating Procedure

Ensure the plant operates within acceptable limits and deviations are reported. 

Adhere Isolation and lock out permits’ procedures. 

Perform routine, preventive maintenance and repair on all brands of air compressors both oil flooded and oil free, refrigerated, or desiccant air dryer and related equipment. Preventive maintenance should be conducted in accordance with manufacture’s recommendations. 

Troubleshoot and perform diagnosis on malfunction equipment, determine possible causes for malfunctions and perform repairs as suggested by diagnosis and assessment. Prior to and following preventive maintenance and repair, test and document the proper operating parameters of the equipment. 

Rebuild and repair compressors and related equipment’s, checking tolerances and wear specifications. 

Look up parts and determine materials/procedures needed to rebuild or repair units and notify management. Clean and recondition parts as needed, utilizing established method and procedures. 

Display the ability to absorb a higher level of learning including VCD’s refrigeration, industrial networks, remote monitoring, and air audits. 

Able to demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude, read wiring diagram and be familiar with low voltage electricity/electronics. 

Establish demand planning on service kit for each compressor and make sure parts are available before equipment is due for service. Liaise with maintenance planners and store officer to ensure reasonable stock available all the time. 

100% Compliance to Standard Operating Procedures for safe work daily –Isolation, Lockout, confined space, working at height, lifting & rigging etc.

100% Compliance to scheduled equipment inspections daily, weekly, Monthly & identified defects reported within the shift.

100% Compliance to Equipment Preventive Maintenance Schedule & work carried out accordingly daily.

Knowing and understand type of sling and hitch used.

Know and understand load weight estimation, centre of gravity, and effect of angles on equipment. Load turning, knots/tag lines, chain hoist / come along usage, winch block usage and basic hand signals, as applicable.

Know how lifting equipment’s are inspected.

100% compliance to completing required Logbooks for Inspection daily, weekly, monthly

Qualification Requirements:

Full Technician Certificates / Diploma in Mechanical and Electrical Engineer from recognized institution.

Valid driving licence 

Experience and Skills Requirements:

5 Year experience as mechanical/Electrical Technician at a large deep level mine

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.