Job Description

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: TRAINING SPECIALIST - TRUCKS

Lumwana Mining Company is seeking to recruit a highly committed individual for the position of Training Specialist - Trucks to join the versatile Learning & Development team. 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 Coordinator – Apprenticeship and Graduates,you will be responsible for planning and

delivering a structured learning pathway that develops apprentices and graduates into competent and safety-conscious Heavy Mobile Mining equipment operators.

Your Duties and Responsibilities will include but not limited to the following

• Plan and implement structured training programmes for apprentices and graduates on Heavy Mobile Equipment, ensuring alignment with operational and safety standards.
• Deliver classroom-based theoretical training on equipment systems, controls, safe operating procedures, traffic management, hazard identification, and emergency response.
• Conduct practical, hands-on training on equipment such as haul trucks including pre-start inspections, safe maneuvering, loading and dumping techniques, and shutdown procedures.
• Coordinate supervised on-the-job training exposure, ensuring learners operate equipment strictly within their authorized competency and supervision levels.
• Assess learner competence through written tests, practical field evaluations, simulator assessments (where applicable), and completion of logbooks.
• Maintain accurate training records, operator authorization matrices, certification status, and refresher schedules within the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Monitor operator performance and identify skills gaps, recommending refresher training or corrective coaching where necessary.
• Integrate incident learnings, near-miss reports, audit findings, and updated procedures into training content to reinforce critical risk controls.
• Liaise with Mining Supervisors, Maintenance personnel, Safety Officers, and programme coordinators to ensure training supports operational productivity and compliance.
• Ensure all training materials and assessments are aligned with OEM standards, site procedures, and applicable mining regulations.

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

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.

• Minimum Certificate in Haul Trucks operations or related fields.

• Minimum Certificate in Teaching Methodology from a recognized learning institution.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in operating mining equipment

• Experience in training & development of operators in various trucks operations in the open pit mine

• Valid registration with the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)

• Have a valid Zambian driver’s license.

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.

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs through http://jobs.barrick.com/

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

Barrick offers equal employment opportunities to qualified men and women

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

Closing date for receipt of applications is 7th March 2026 If you are not contacted by HR department within 30 days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.