Project Engineer – Barrick Lumwana Mining Company

Company: Barrick Lumwana Mining Company
Location: Kalumbila, North-Western Province, Zambia
Department: Mining Operations
Job Type: Full-time

About Barrick Lumwana Mining Company

Barrick Lumwana Mining Company is one of Zambia's largest copper mining operations and a subsidiary of Barrick Gold Corporation, a leading global mining company. Located in Kalumbila District, the mine is committed to responsible mining, operational excellence, and sustainable development while creating value for employees, surrounding communities, and stakeholders.

Barrick Lumwana is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Project Engineer within the Mining Department.

About the Role

Reporting to the Coordinator – Projects, the Project Engineer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing improvement initiatives across large-scale surface mining operations. The successful candidate will work closely with production teams to deliver projects that enhance productivity, optimize operational performance, and improve project outcomes.

The successful candidate is expected to champion Barrick's core values by:

• Communicating honestly, transparently, and acting with integrity.

• Demonstrating a results-driven approach.

• Delivering solutions that are fit for purpose.

• Contributing to building a sustainable legacy.

• Taking responsibility and being accountable.

• Committing to Zero Harm.

• Building strong and meaningful partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safe work practices and report and investigate incidents promptly.

• Collaborate with production teams to implement improvement initiatives and integrate project solutions.

• Optimize mining processes and operational systems to reduce costs and improve project performance.

• Conduct detailed data analysis to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for operational improvement.

• Reconcile engineering assumptions with actual performance and recommend improvement measures.

• Prepare and submit accurate project reports within required timelines.

• Assist in preparing business plans and budgets for assigned projects.

• Support the development and implementation of long-term mining infrastructure designs and execution plans.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or another relevant Engineering discipline.

• Minimum of four (4) years' experience in mining engineering.

• Experience in open-pit mining operations will be an added advantage.

• Proven experience using mine design and engineering software.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other engineering applications.

• Membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).

• Valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills.

• Excellent project planning and coordination abilities.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

• Excellent reporting and technical documentation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced mining environment.

What Barrick Offers

Successful candidates will benefit from:

• A competitive remuneration package, including bonuses and site-specific benefits.

• Opportunities to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

• A dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.

• Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.

• Access to diverse career opportunities across the Barrick Group.

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

Job Summary

1. Employer: Barrick Lumwana Mining Company
   Position: Project Engineer
   Location: Kalumbila, North-Western Province, Zambia
   Employment Type: Full-time
   Industry: Mining / Engineering