Senior Training Specialist – Heavy Equipment Engineering

     VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: SENIOR TRAINING SPECIALIST – HEAVY EQUIPMENT ENGINEERING

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Senior Training Specialist – Fabrication join the versatile Human Resources department. We are in search of an individual 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 Maintenance Training Coordinator, you will be responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating advanced training programs for heavy equipment operators, technicians, and engineering support staff.

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

• Develop and update training curricula, lesson plans, manuals, and assessments for heavy equipment engineering
• Ensure content meets industry standards, OEM specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Create practical training modules, simulations, and troubleshooting exercises
• Conduct theoretical and practical training for various heavy equipment categories (e.g., excavators, graders, loaders, haul trucks, drilling rigs).
• Lead advanced-level sessions on diagnostics, maintenance, repair procedures, and operational safety
• Mentor junior trainers, providing coaching and technical support.
• Conduct competency evaluations, skills verification, and performance assessments.
• Maintain accurate training records within the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Recommend certification or re-training based on assessment outcomes

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

• Grade 12 Full Certificate
• Diploma in Teaching Methodology, Certificate IV in Training/Assessor or equivalent.
• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Heavy Equipment Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy equipment operations, maintenance, or engineering.
• At least 3 years in a training, coaching, or technical supervisory role.

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 organisation

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

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