Rigger at Barrick Gold Mine
Job Overview
Rigger at Barrick Gold Mine
Rigger at Barrick Gold Mine
Barrick Gold Corporation
Position Description
The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit Rigger 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
Ensure rigging studies are conducted for all lifting activities on the mine.
Ensure adequate controls are in place for the safe use and movement of lifting equipment on the mine.
Monitor, plan and maintain all crane wire ropes, rigging and related equipment.
Ensure adequate maintenance, repair and inspection of all lifting gears and ropes in accordance with statutory provisions.
Ensure that relevant SOP’s are developed and adhered to for all work activities involving continuous lifting and /or lowering
Ensure that legal and related registers for all cranes, hoists, scaffolds, ladders, slings, snatch-blocks, lever hoists, ropes and man-cages and all related lifting gears are kept and updated.
Inspect and certify all lifting gears in accordance with provisions of OSHAS and MHSA
Clean, measure and dress steel wire ropes and chains used on mobile, electrical overhead travelling or manual lifting equipment.
Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools.
Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Develop employees for the positions of Rigger/ Ropesman in accordance with the North Mara succession plan.
Qualification requirements
Secondary School Education Certificate.
Must be a qualified Rigger with a Trade Certificate from a recognized institution.
VETA Driving Certificate.
Possess a Valid Tanzanian driving licenseclass B, C, D and E
Able to Drive Manual Transmission/Stick Shift Transmission.
Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice.
Experience and competencies needed.
Minimum of 3 years post qualification experience as a rigger or ropes man
Demonstrated knowledge and skill competencies in safe lifting techniques, lifting gear selection, determination of weights and mass and crane movement directing.
Verification of training and experience in operating various industrial machines such as Forklifts, Loaders, Overhead cranes, self-Loading Vehicle Cranes, trucks, mobile cranes etc.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate the above listed equipment.
Must have a valid driving license.
Excellence communication skills in English language
Must have the ability to operate with minimum supervision.
High professional conduct at all times and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
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 the industry colleagues are endless.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
