Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Planner (Urgent) to join the versatile LPDC Team. 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

Reporting to the Coordinator – Projects & Contracts, you will be responsible for detailed work planning and integrated work scheduling of planned maintenance activities such that resources, equipment downtime and cost is optimized. 

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

Manage the work order backlog system such that work is planned and executed as planned. Develop detailed scope of work for future planned work schedules (weekly, shutdowns, annual plans) that improves resource effectiveness. Develop integrated maintenance schedules of work that optimize equipment downtime and resource utilization. Develop equipment availability forecasts based upon planned work. Develop cost and material forecasts for planned work in CMMS and Budget System. Update CMMS system with equipment, standard jobs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) Develop and issue work management KPI’s and improvement plans Develop, implement and maintain safe work procedures and promote high safety and health awareness. Promote and comply with the LMC Occupational Health & Safety Policy. Be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the team. Ensure appropriate facilities, procedures and workforce competence to achieve legal compliance, incident prevention and the achievement of tasks in an environmentally sustainable manner. Maintain and develop relationships with stakeholders in LMC’s mining activities, consistent with Barrick’s Community Relations Policies.

To be considered for the position, the applicant must have the following:

Minimum Craft Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Minimum of 5years experience in a Planning Environment Member of the Engineering of Zambian High levels of competency in maintenance planning, integrated scheduling, backlog management, shutdown management, budget development, asset master data, maintenance KPI reporting and continuous improvement techniques Competent in asset strategy development and life cycle costing Competent in supporting processes such as contracts, procurement, rotables management, spares management. Must be able to read understand and reference maintenance manuals. High levels of competency in the use of CMMS Systems (e.g. SAP), MS Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) Must have a valid driver’s license.

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

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://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.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 16th August 2025. If you are not contacted by HR department within 30 days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.