Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Hydrogeology Technician – (Fixed Term Contract) to join the Mineral Resources Department. We are in search of an individual 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

Reporting to the Hydrogeologist, you will be responsible for the management of dewatering boreholes, piezometers, and other hydrological infrastructure on the Mine. He/she is also responsible for collection of Hydrological monitoring data as directed by the Hydrogeologist

 Your duties will include but are not limited to the following: 

Carry out work in compliance to relevant procedures and Zambian regulatory requirements

Assist site investigation and ground geophysics surveys.

Prepare drilling pads for dewatering, horizontal and piezometer boreholes

Supervise the drilling of dewatering boreholes and installation of dewatering pumps in the boreholes.

Carry out surface and groundwater sampling for Hydrochemistry, microbiology and isotope analysis. 

Ensure all boreholes are inspected and operational on a daily basis.

Collection of data during test pumping.

Carry out borehole camera surveys.

Monitor daily water levels in pumping and observation boreholes. 

Monitor pump hours in in-pit pumps and boreholes.

Monitor flowmeters in in-pit pumps and boreholes.

Daily monitoring of rainfall in all rain gauges and weather stations. 

Replacing faulty or operational borehole pumps

Supervise the drilling and installation of piezometers for pore pressure monitoring.

Seepage mapping from pit wall faces. 

Data collections from vibrating wire piezometers and standpipe piezometers.

Supervise hydrological drilling, and installation of monitoring equipment with an emphasis on a high level of safety and quality.

Collection of ground water monitoring data from piezometers.

Assist the hydrogeology team with dam audits and pit inspection.

Maintenance of pore pressure monitoring instrumentation.

Continually improve hydrogeological skills by working through the Hydrogeological technician skills matrix and seeking guidance and mentorship from the Hydrogeology Team.

Maintain and develop relationships with stakeholders in LMC’s mining activities, consistent with Barricks’s community Relations Policies

Ensure effective communication with delegate prior departure from site

Ensure effective communication with delegate prior departure from site

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate

Experience in open pit working with dewatering boreholes

Minimum Two (2) years’ working experience.

Experience in plumbing works is added advantage

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

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 organisation

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: https://jobs.barrick.com/.

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. 

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.

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