Jumbo Operator 

Position Description

Kibali Gold Mine is seeking to recruit Jumbo Operators to join and grow our team. 

The key duties are to operate Jumbo Drill Rigs for mine development and install ground support according to quality specifications safely and efficiently.

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:

To comply with health, safety and environmental standards as per company requirements. 

Ensure the safe achievement of underground development and production targets.

Assess work areas, ground conditions and equipment and ensure that safety requirements are met, and any unsafe conditions are reported and corrected.

Optimize drill patterns to ensure that maximum advance per round is achieved whilst maintaining strict adherence to design specifications with minimal over break.

Minimize secondary breakage and overbreak by correct installation of ground support systems in accordance with the geotechnical plan.

Achieve a full advance of a minimum of 3.5 m per cut.

Mark up faces in accordance with geological, statutory, and survey specifications.

Installation of all ground support, such as mesh and split sets, and bore cable bolt holes.

Installation of mine services when required.

Work with technical and supervisory staff in quality and safety initiatives. 

Ensure end of shift reports are up to date.

Training and development of trainee underground operators.

Work in compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001 Standards.

Qualification Requirements:

Minimum of secondary or tertiary level education

Experience and Skills Requirements:

10 years’ experience in underground mining with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Jumbo Operator.

Detailed knowledge of the operation of large multi-boom Jumbo Drill Rigs. 

Ability to read and understand detailed survey prints and layouts.

Ability to read and understand designed ground support plans.

Able to report breakdowns according to the specifications on the Jumbo.

Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge of Jumbo Drill Rigs.

Experience with Sandvik Jumbos (DD-422i).

First Aid Certificate will be an advantage.

Driver’s License.

Demonstrated ability work within systems and a work-culture that ensures compliance to safe work procedures and quality work standards.

Strong interpersonal and training skills with an uncompromising safety ethic and a focus on quality first.

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: 30th September 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.