
Project Manager - NPI - LEP
Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Project Manager - NPI - LEP (Fixed Term Contract) to join the Project 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 General Manager, you will be responsible for providing effective project management initiatives for the execution of the project.You will be expected to align to the Barrick DNA and to execute the project alongside our world-class people. You will contribute in a safe and cost-effective manner to achieve targets in accordance with Mine and Project Safety Standards, Policies and Procedures and ensure daily targets are met.
The Lumwana Expansion Project involves a ramp-up of existing mining production from 150 million tons per annum (Mtpa) to 350 Mtpa, which is expected to commence in 2026. It also involves the expansion of the processing plant throughput from 27 Mtpa to 52 Mtpa with peak design capacity of 54 Mtpa. Construction of the Expansion Project commenced in January 2025 with completion scheduled for 2028.
Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Lead the planning and execution of the expansion project specifically with regards to the expansion of the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF), surface water management (SWM) infrastructure, Camp infrastructure and Airstrip infrastructure.
Execute the project alongside the Project Manager for the process plant and HIA,
Develop and maintain project baseline (schedule, budget, scope) and drive milestones through to completion
Manage all major contractors, vendors and subcontractors, ensuring contractual obligations are met
Interface with engineering, procurement, construction teams; ensure alignment of work packages
Identify, evaluate and mitigate project risks (technical, schedule, cost, HSE)
Ensure compliance with HSE, quality, environmental protocols and local regulatory requirements
Lead local content initiatives: training and development of local workforce, supplier development programmes
Liaise with community stakeholders, local authorities and other project partners to ensure social licence to operate
Provide regular progress reporting to senior management, including cost/schedule status, change requests, issues and mitigation plans
Ensure handover to operations readiness and smooth transition upon commissioning
Working with stakeholders to develop project charters, project scoping, cost benefit analysis, writing of AFE’s, and HSE plans for successful project execution.
Demonstrate strong, effective, and decisive project leadership and establish an execution framework to ensure the safety, quality, value, timeliness, and profitability of the total project execution.
Qualification Requirements:
Full Grade 12 school certificate
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mining / Metallurgy
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience and Skills Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years experience in the mining industry with a focus on project expansion
5 years project management experience
Must be familiar with safe working practices
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) (advantageous)
Computer skills - must have strong computer skills and be proficient MS Office
Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
Must have a valid driver's licence
What We Can Offer You:
A comprehensive 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
Please forward applications before: 13 April 2026
We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships and a disciplined approach to growth.