Geotechnical Technician

Position Description

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking a Geotechnical Technician to join our high ‑ performing technical group. We are looking for a motivated professional who embodies Barrick's core values and contributes to our commitment to safe, efficient, and sustainable mining.

We seek individuals who 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
  

If you are ready to contribute to a world‑class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Geotechnical Engineer to ensure Company interests are upheld
  
• Conduct daily inspections of active underground headings and stopes
  
• Conduct daily pit, dump, and sump inspections and reporting
  
• Perform geotechnical core logging of diamond drill cores and update the geotechnical database
  
• Conduct geotechnical mapping of underground development headings and open pit batter faces, including data processing
  
• Supervise scaling activities in open pit mines to ensure proper execution and berm crest protection
  
• Ensure adherence to geotechnical SOPs and all relevant Company procedures
  
• Conduct pre‑stope inspections for stope note input
  
• Install ground movement monitoring systems and record instrumentation data
  
• Assist with ground support designs
  
• Assist with paste‑fill designs and paste‑fill QAQC test work
  
• Conduct open pit pre‑blast and post‑blast assessments and supervise geotechnical drilling activities
  
• Perform laser scanning, track seismic and slope stability radar data trends, and maintain the rock noise database
  
• Ensure daily/weekly sharing of tracking sheets and inspection reports
  
• Assist with routine short‑term numerical modelling for ground conditions and slope stability assessments
  
• Assist the Geotechnical Engineer with monthly underground dilution database updates
  
• Assist with monthly and quarterly geotechnical performance review reports (development, stope, cable bolt, slope stability)
  
• Provide weekly updates of the Geotechnical Section Work Plan
  
• Maintain adequate stocks of ground support consumables
  
• Conduct QAQC of installed ground support units (pull testing and extensometer monitoring)
  
• Promote health and safety in the workplace
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Company policies
  
• Perform upward reporting as required
  

Qualification requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
  
• Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness.
  

Experience and Competencies needed

• Minimum 1 - 2 years' experience in an underground or open pit mining environment.
  
• Valid Tanzania driving licence and ability to drive a manual transmission light vehicle.
  
• Knowledge of geotechnical or mine design software is an added advantage.
  
• Basic knowledge of mine design and geotechnical investigation methods.
  
• Ability to collect logging, mapping and monitoring data for open pit and underground projects
  
• Proficient in the preparation of concise and accurate inspection reports and memos.
  
• Ability to update tracking sheets and geotechnical databases
  
• Teamwork and adaptability working with mining and drilling crews and technical staff
  
• Comfortable with field work, working outside in all weather conditions including underground.
  

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 the industry colleagues are endless .
  
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
  

Job Identification 242015

Posting Date 2026-08-27

Apply Before 2026-09-09

Job Schedule Full time

Locations Tarime, Mara Region, Tanzania, United Republic of