Environmental Officer at Barrick/Bulyanhulu Gold Mine

[Jamii Opportunities]

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit Environmental Officer to join our team. The successful candidate for this position is expected to align to the Barrick DNA and drive a change within his team and the business and the overall objective of this position is to co-ordinate, direct and organize systems and team effort and provide leadership to ensure compliance and conformity to the national environmental legislation and company requirements.

• Reporting to: Senior Environmental Officer
• Work Schedule: 5 Days On / 2 Days Off
• Duration: Permanent

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementation of the sampling programs and data collection for water quality, air quality, noise & vibration, meteorological
• Gather monthly HSEC/Sustainability data from all departments, compile the spreadsheet reports and complete QA/QC for the data
• Collect data and information for hydrogeological and geochemical studies and monitoring activities
• Conduct quarterly water sampling & microbiological tests for potable water
• Proper use and up keeping of the site environmental laboratory
• Update and transfer monitoring data in appropriate databases and undertake QAQC
• Maintain the sitewide chemical register, update the register of expired chemicals
• Conduct quarterly hazardous material inspections
• Maintain the calibration of all monitoring equipment
• Capture all monitoring information in GIS
• Undertake tasks related other environmental programs at the mine including rehabilitation, waste and hazardous material management; and vector control
• Collect data and information for biodiversity and rehabilitation monitoring
• Participate in the implementation of ISO14001 EMS, undertake weekly inspections of departments and contractors and produce reports
• Follow up of environmental actions at the assigned department to ensure continual improvement
• Compile data for the sitewide environmental reports – weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual environmental monitoring reports
• Oversee and supervise the activities of the field technicians and waste management operators.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Management from a reputable University
• Professional registration with NEMC as Environmental Expert (EIA and Auditing) is an added advantage
• Computer literacy is essential – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. The use of GIS and other specialized software’s for environmental management will be an added advantage

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in environmental management in the extractive industry
• Understanding of the ISO 14001 certified environmental management system
• Experience and ability to work long hours in a remote site environment will be an added advantage

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Computer literacy is essential – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. The use of GIS and other specialized software’s for environmental management will be an added advantage
• Ability to deal with large amounts of data, with a high level of accuracy
• Knowledge and understanding environmental legislation particularly in the Tanzanian mining industry and regulatory set up.
• Environmental problems solving and, analytical skills
• Excellent communication and report writing skills, both technical and non-technical
• Must be a motivated individual with the ability to operate with minimum supervision
• Strong values and commitment to safety and environmental protection

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses, benefits, and where applicable. 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.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are invited to submit their CV’s/Resume’s, careful read application guidelines Rename your CV in this format CV – YOUR FULL NAME Indicating the role title “ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER “ in the subject of your email Send your application via email to: bulyrecruitment@barrick.com

If you are not contacted by Barrick- Bulyanhulu Gold Mine LTD within thirty (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance; competency assessment; physical capability assessment, reference checking. Please forward applications before 30th November 2020

BEWARE OF CONMEN! BGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Compliance Hotline, by calling +1-877-246-5399 or through www.barrickgold.ethispoint.com