Senior Engineer - Pastefill 

 

Position Description

The Kibali Gold Mine Team is seeking to recruit a Senior Engineer Pastefill 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 IntegrityExhibiting a Results-Driven approachDelivering solutions that are Fit for PurposeDedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable LegacyTaking Responsibility and being AccountableCommitting to Zero HarmCultivating 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:

Planning & Scheduling

Develop and maintain the backfill schedule aligned with the mine plan, production forecasts, and stope sequencing.Integrate backfill requirements into the short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans.Ensure fill recipe designs (cement content, solids concentration, binder type) meet geotechnical and operational requirements.

Operations Management

Oversee daily backfill operations, ensuring safe and efficient paste plant performance and underground delivery.Coordinate with paste plant operators, mining crews, and geotechnical engineers to minimize delays in the stope cycle.Monitor key performance indicators (throughput, binder usage, fill quality, cycle time) and implement improvements.

Technical Oversight

Approve fill stope barricade designs in consultation with geotechnical engineers.Maintain QA/QC programs for paste fill strength, flow characteristics, and curing performance.Investigate and troubleshoot operational or quality issues with paste/backfill delivery.

Safety, Environment & Compliance

Contribute to our J20-Journey to Zero safety culture while adhering to all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and legislation.Promote a strong safety culture across the backfill team.Ensure compliance with mine safety regulations, environmental permits, and paste plant operating standards.Lead incident investigations related to backfill and paste operations.

Leadership & People Management

Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, supervisors, and operators.Facilitate training and competency development for backfill plant and underground paste crews.Conduct regular performance reviews and team meetings.

Continuous Improvement

Lead cost reduction initiatives through binder optimization, improved cycle efficiency, and preventative maintenance.Implement technology upgrades and automation to enhance backfill system performance.Liaise with suppliers and technical experts to improve product and process reliability.Work within ISO 14001 and 45001 standards

Qualification Requirements:

Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Metallurgy, or related discipline.Minimum 3 years in a backfill/paste-related leadership role.Strong knowledge of paste/hydraulic fill plant operations, cementitious binder chemistry, and stope fill design.Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Datamine) and Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

What We Can Offer You:

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefitsThe ability to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to grow and learn with industry colleaguesAccess to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

Please forward applications before: 17th 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.