Barrick – North Mara Gold Mine LTD
Long Hole Driller
- Location
- Mara, Tanzania
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- Not stated
- Closes
- Not stated
- Posted
- 17 Aug 2026
About the job
Long Hole Driller – Barrick (August 2026)
Job Details
Company:Barrick Africa Middle EastPosition:Long Hole DrillerEmployment Type:Full-timeIndustry:MiningLocation:Tanzania
Barrick Africa Middle East is seeking a qualified and experiencedLong Hole Drillerto join its mining operations team.
About Barrick Values
Barrick is looking for individuals who demonstrate the company’s core values by:
Communicating honestly, transparently, and acting with integrity.
Delivering results through a results-driven approach.
Providing solutions that are fit for purpose.
Building a sustainable legacy.
Taking responsibility and accountability.
Committing to Zero Harm.
Developing strong and meaningful partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
The Long Hole Driller will be responsible for:
Safety & Compliance
Complying with Barrick’sand safety policies, procedures, practices, and Occupational Health and Safety Acts.
Demonstrating safety leadership by leading through example.
Ensuring a safe working environment for employees, colleagues, and surrounding communities.
Reporting and correcting unsafe acts and conditions.
Understanding fatal risks and maintaining critical controls.
Drilling Operations
Operate the long-hole drilling platform for mine stoping safely and efficiently.
Perform solo operations including:Equipment setup.Drilling.Tramming.Shutdown procedures.End-of-shift reporting.
Equipment setup.
Drilling.
Tramming.
Shutdown procedures.
End-of-shift reporting.
Interpret drill designs, ring patterns, and hole plans.
Adjust drilling parameters according to ground conditions.
Complete pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks.
Identify mechanical and performance issues.
Achieve production targets while maintaining drilling accuracy and hole quality.
Prevent over-drilling and under-drilling by following operational standards, development plans, and geotechnical requirements.
Follow geological, regulatory, and surveying specifications.
Install mining services when required.
Work with technical and supervisory teams to maintain quality and safety standards.
Update end-of-shift reports.
Follow instructions from the Shift Boss according to daily work assignments.
Qualifications Requirements
Applicants must have:
High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.
Drilling Machinery Competency Certification.
Experience & Skills Required
Candidates should have:
Proven experience operating:Sandvik DL422iSimilar long-hole production drillsDL421 / DL431 drills (considered an advantage)
Sandvik DL422i
Similar long-hole production drills
DL421 / DL431 drills (considered an advantage)
Minimum5 years’ underground hard-rock mining experience.
Demonstrated experience in long-hole production drilling.
Knowledge of:i-Series drill control systems.Automation features.Digital drill plans.
i-Series drill control systems.
Automation features.
Digital drill plans.
Strong commitment to:Safety compliance.Hazard identification.Following procedures.
Safety compliance.
Hazard identification.
Following procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with:Supervisors.Engineers.Survey teams.Maintenance teams.
Supervisors.
Engineers.
Survey teams.
Maintenance teams.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Resilience, flexibility, and ability to manage multiple tasks in emergency situations.
Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure mining environment.
What Barrick Offers
Successful candidates will receive:
Competitive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
A dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Access to various career opportunities across the organization.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
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