Solo Operator 

Position Description

Loulo Gold Mine are seeking to recruit Solo Operators 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 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

Comply with Barrick’s established health and safety policies, procedures, practices and Occupational Health and Safety Acts.

Visibly practice safety leadership through leading by example.

Actively ensure a safe environment for yourself, your peers and local communities through regular communication and due diligence.

Promptly report and correct unsafe acts and conditions.

Actively ensure that fatal risks are understood and critical controls are maintained.

Ensure the operation of the long-hole platform for mine stopping in a safe and efficient manner.

Ensure effective solo operation, including setup, drilling, tramming, shutdown, and end-of-shift reporting.

Ability to interpret drill designs, ring patterns, and hole plans.

Experience adjusting drilling parameters to suit ground conditions and achieve quality outcomes.

Ability to complete pre-start inspections, routine checks, and identify mechanical or performance issues.

Ensure that production targets are met while maintaining drill accuracy and hole quality.

Avoid over-drilling and under-drilling and work in accordance with the standards, development and geotechnical plans. 

Follow the markings in accordance with geological, regulatory and surveying specifications. 

Install mining services if necessary.

Work with the technical team and the supervisory team to achieve the quality and adequate safety standards related to the operations. 

Ensure that the end-of-shift report is updated.

Work according to the instructions of the Shift Boss in accordance with the daily division of duties. 

Qualification Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Drilling Machinery Competency Certification.

Experience and Skills Requirements

Proven experience operating Sandvik DL422i or similar longhole production drills (DL421 / DL431 considered).

Minimum 5 years underground hard-rock mining experience, with demonstrated longhole production drilling experience.

Familiarity with i-Series drill control systems, automation features, and digital drill plans.

Strong focus on safety compliance, hazard identification, and procedural adherence.

Effective communication with supervisors, engineers, survey, and maintenance teams.

Comfortable working independently on shift with minimal supervision.

Resilience, flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks and in emergency conditions.

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.