Job Description

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: TRAINING SPECIALIST – WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed individual for the position of Training Specialist – Workshop Equipment Maintenance to join the versatile Learning & Development team. 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

Reporting to the Coordinator – Compliance, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing preventive and corrective maintenance of all workshop equipment to ensure reliability, safety, and operational efficiency

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for all workshop equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, condition monitoring, and fault diagnosis to identify potential equipment failures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs to minimize operational downtime.
• Ensure all workshop equipment complies with statutory regulations, OEM standards, and mine safety procedures, including certification and periodic inspections of lifting and pressure equipment.
• Calibrate and test precision tools, gauges, and workshop equipment to ensure accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service logs, inspection reports, and equipment asset registers.
• Coordinate, supervise, and liaise with external contractors and vendors during specialized repairs, installations, and statutory inspections.
• Monitor the availability of spare parts and consumables, manage inventory levels, and coordinate procurement to ensure uninterrupted maintenance operations.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to workshop personnel on proper equipment usage, care, and troubleshooting.
• Review maintenance processes and performance data to identify areas for improvement, implement enhancements, and contribute to workshop efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Contractor and Vendor Coordination Manage and supervise external service providers during specialized repairs, statutory inspections, and equipment installations.
• Continuous Improvement and Technical Support Identify opportunities to improve workshop processes, equipment reliability, and efficiency while providing technical guidance and training to workshop personnel.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Minimum Craft Certificate in any engineering field from a recognized learning institution.
• Minimum 3 years’ work experience in an engineering role.
• Minimum Certificate in Teaching Methodology from a recognized learning institution.
• Must have experience working in the mining industry.
• Class C Driver’s license will be an added advantage.
• Experience in working in engineering fields.
• Experience in the mining industry will be an added advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Strong in numeracy and presentation skills.

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.

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for all workshop equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, condition monitoring, and fault diagnosis to identify potential equipment failures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs to minimize operational downtime.
• Ensure all workshop equipment complies with statutory regulations, OEM standards, and mine safety procedures, including certification and periodic inspections of lifting and pressure equipment.
• Calibrate and test precision tools, gauges, and workshop equipment to ensure accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service logs, inspection reports, and equipment asset registers.
• Coordinate, supervise, and liaise with external contractors and vendors during specialized repairs, installations, and statutory inspections.
• Monitor the availability of spare parts and consumables, manage inventory levels, and coordinate procurement to ensure uninterrupted maintenance operations.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to workshop personnel on proper equipment usage, care, and troubleshooting.
• Review maintenance processes and performance data to identify areas for improvement, implement enhancements, and contribute to workshop efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Contractor and Vendor Coordination Manage and supervise external service providers during specialized repairs, statutory inspections, and equipment installations.
• Continuous Improvement and Technical Support Identify opportunities to improve workshop processes, equipment reliability, and efficiency while providing technical guidance and training to workshop personnel.

• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Strong in numeracy and presentation skills.

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Minimum Craft Certificate in any engineering field from a recognized learning institution.
• Minimum Certificate in Teaching Methodology from a recognized learning institution.
• Class C Driver’s license will be an added advantage.