Responsibilities
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Participate in in toolbox meetings and contribute value-adding ideas to safety and environment around the workplace
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Shows and guide to Operators/Drivers how to conduct a thorough pre-start check of the equipment and inspection of the working area and fill in in a hazard slip for the identified hazards
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Do PTO (Planned task Observation) of the equipment we use for production to increase efficiency and effectiveness
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Adhere to all safe practices when doing practical training to the novice Operators/Drivers and the experienced ones for skill retention
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Participates in incident/ accident investigation caused by Operators/Drivers both from Barrick and contractors
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Warn, mentor and coach Operators/Drivers on the spot when found doing something unsafe.
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Train safe and productive operating practices to Operators/Drivers and follow up for implementation
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Holding disciplinary counselling to Operators/Drivers breaching safety rules during equipment operation
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Develop, review and communicate SOPs to Operators/Drivers and the whole Mining force
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Technical trainers tie up with safety officers to ensure safety and good practices are considered to every piece of work.
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Participates in motivating and guiding Operators/Drivers to do what is right and required by the company or what is planned to be done within the shift
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Actively obeys and adheres to instructions given by the top Mining leadership
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Train Operators/Drivers how to conduct effective equipment walk around inspection, correctly and timely reporting of identified faults
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Train and assess green (Starting from scratch) and experienced Operators/Drivers on proper and effective equipment operation and issue permits for the equipment found or when competency is achieved
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Train Operators/Driver of tired equipment on tire care and management to increase tire life to planned tire life or beyond
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Train Operators/Drivers on environment management and reporting timely the environmental incidents
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Train and assess Operators/Drivers for supporting equipment in other departments
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Conduct assessment for workshop personnel and issue the Move and Test permit for the equipment under repair or services
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Assess contractor equipment Operators/Drivers and issue with operating permits for the equipment found competent to operate safely and productively
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Conduct field follow up to ensure what is trained or assessed to the Operators/Drivers are implemented on the field for both OC Mining, maintenance personnel and contractor Operators/Drivers
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Conduct mid and yearly refresher training to all Operators/Drivers as a knowledge and skill retention program
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Attend and participate in JHA and FRA for non-routine tasks in the active mining areas
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Attend and participate in the investigation involving OC Mining equipment and communicate the developed corrective action plans to the production crews and follow up the implementation
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Conduct annual reviews and updates of OC mining department SOPs for equipment operation and other tasks or activities
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Attend and assist in the supervision of projects involving mining equipment in the active mining area and any areas where such machineries have been requested to work
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Conduct classroom session and theory assessment for new hired equipment Operators/Drivers prior to starting field practical training
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Use the simulator to train experienced Operators/Drivers for up-skilling and skill retention, appropriate and timely response to safety and emergency events which cannot be practically trained on real machines such as fire events, brake failure etc.
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Use the simulator to train green (Starting from scratch/ Inexperienced) Operators/Drivers prior to starting training on the real machine in field
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Conduct ad-hoc based training to Operators/Drivers for any identified malpractice which does not add value to the operation or training on accidents happening in other mines with similar operations
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Assist in raising and filling in of flash and incident reports for the safety incidents involving mining machineries
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Attend, participate and produce the training records for the Operators/Drivers involved in accidents
Qualification requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
- Valid certification or competency in equipment/vehicle operations or training (e.g., Earthmoving Equipment Trainer, Mobile Equipment Assessor).
- Computer literacy (MS Office, LMS platforms, training trackers).
- Knowledge of training a person/ imparting knowledge to a person
- Valid Tanzania Driving License with B, C, C1, C2, C3, D, E, F and G classes
- Fluency in Kiswahili and English as communication languages
- First aid Certificate
- Instructors/ assessor’s certificate
Experience and competencies needed.
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3-5 Years’ experience in training
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Capability to train Operators/Drivers to full competency
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Capability of identifying hazards in workplaces, record and report accordingly
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Capability of identifying faults on the pieces of equipment before and during the course of training
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Capability of following through what is trained is being implemented accordingly
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Equipment operation skills
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Presentation skills
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Hazard identification, writing and reporting skills
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Conflict and problem-solving skills
- Proven experience delivering technical and OHS training.
- Competency in assessing equipment operation skills and issuing permits/authorizations.
- Ability to develop training materials, SOPs, and equipment-specific training modules.
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Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring abilities. English writing skills and computer use skills
- Physically fit and capable of passing a mine-site medical assessment
- Strong communication skills in English and ability to train and work with multicultural
- Familiarity with incident/accident investigation protocols
- Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice.
- Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Familiarity with and commitment to HSE best practice.
- Ability to consistently manage such a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
- Highly professional conduct at all times and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
- Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
- Performance orientated, strongly motivated and maintains a high work standard. Strong work ethic.
- Shows initiative. Adaptable to change management processes. Focused on continuous improvement.
- Committed and engaged employees who are enthusiastic and passionate about Barrick and carry the company DNA.