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Superintendent – Geotechnical at Barrick

Oct 28, 2026 - 13:14
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Barrick Shinyanga, Tanzania Full-Time Deadline: Nov 15, 2026
Superintendent

Job snapshot

Barrick is hiring a Superintendent. The position supports the systems that underpin day-to-day operations. The post is based in Shinyanga, Tanzania, closing on Nov 15, 2026.

RoleSuperintendent
EmployerBarrick
LocationShinyanga, Tanzania
DeadlineNov 15, 2026

Barrick maintains the database and application infrastructure behind its services.

Role overview

The Barrick Africa Middle in for this vacancy the advertised role East as covered here Team is seeking to for in the advertised role this vacancy recruit a Geotechnical Superintendent to for this vacancy in the advertised role in the advertised role join and on this listing grow our team.

Key responsibilities

  • Geotechnical Hazard management in in on this listing the advertised role open pits and underground.
  • Hydrogeological work design and as covered here on this listing monitoring of for this vacancy hydrogeological systems analysis of for for this vacancy this vacancy technical reports.
  • Bachelor's degree of in the advertised role on this listing Science or Engineering with for this vacancy on this listing a major in as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy Geotechnical in the advertised role Engineering or Bachelor's degree in for this vacancy in the advertised role Civil Engineering Mining Engineering or Geology with in the advertised role a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Working knowledge of as covered here geotechnical software like Map3D as covered here Phase2 Dips Slide3 UnWedge RocData GEM4D.
  • Position Description.
  • Maintaining a Life of in in the advertised role the advertised role Mine stress model and in the advertised role for this vacancy utilizing the model for as covered here for this vacancy stope sequencing evaluation of as covered here on this listing on this listing seismic risk recommendations to on this listing on this listing mitigate geotechnical risks that might arise while the LOM.
  • Carrying out return stability as covered here analysis kinematic Limiting Equilibrium numerical to for this vacancy proactively identify potential instabilities and on this listing in the advertised role in the advertised role recommending measures to as covered here for this vacancy prevent as covered here manage such inabilities from occurring in on this listing collaboration with remaining teams on site.
  • Rock mass & structural logging data analysis & validation.
  • Compliance with every the Company's Policies and as covered here Procedures.
  • Compliance with every statutory regulations and procedures.
  • The ability to in on this listing the advertised role make a difference and on this listing lasting impact.
  • Openings to grow and on this listing learn with for on this listing this vacancy the industry colleagues are endless.
  • Inspection and reporting of significant ground falls.
  • Work in a dynamic collaborative progressive and for this vacancy on this listing high performing team.
  • Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity.
  • Taking Responsibility and being Accountable.
  • Responsible for in for this vacancy the advertised role design on this listing approval site inspection as for this vacancy covered here monitoring interpreting evaluating maintaining reporting.
  • Familiarity with mining processes.
  • Maintaining adequate stocks of in as covered here the advertised role ground in the advertised role support consumables on site.
  • Escalation of risks and for as covered here this vacancy matters requiring support to in the advertised role management for action.
  • Promote health and safety in the workplace.
  • Preference will be given to as covered here in the advertised role candidates with on this listing qualifications in as covered here Leadership and as covered here Business Management.
  • Job Description.
  • Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships.
  • Sharing is Caring Click in on this listing the advertised role on for this vacancy the Icons Below and Share.
  • Collaborating with the open pit and as covered here on this listing underground mining managers to for this vacancy on this listing the for this vacancy production team adheres to for in the advertised role this vacancy the approved on this listing mine ground support standards.
  • Knowledge of for as covered here this vacancy underground open pit mining for for this vacancy this vacancy as well on this listing as interaction as covered in the advertised role here problems between OP and UG.
  • Access to a variety of career openings over the organization.
  • Providing monthly consumption reports as covered here on this listing on ground support installed.
  • A comprehensive compensation package covering bonuses and as covered here site specific benefits.
  • Design of stope and in as covered here the advertised role development for this vacancy support e g in in the advertised role the advertised role primary for this vacancy support cable bolt layouts.
  • Managing ground support trials and for this vacancy as covered here making as covered here recommendations on their as in the advertised role covered here performance pull testing of as covered here installed ground supports.
  • Maintaining systems to in the advertised role validate design assumptions track compliance of for this vacancy actual excavations to design.
  • Join our exceptional team and in the advertised role for this vacancy embody as covered here Barrick's core values as as covered here covered here as you work with as covered here on this listing on this listing us We are in in the advertised role for this vacancy search of in the advertised role individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by.
  • Experience and competencies needed.
  • Raise bore stability analysis.
  • Establish and meet project timelines.
  • Providing geotechnical input into in as covered here the advertised role the open pit and in the advertised role as covered here underground as covered here mining mine planning process.
  • Committing to Zero Harm.
  • Maintaining the mine's Ground Control in as covered here the advertised role Management in the advertised role Plan TARPS Ground Support Standard and others.
  • What We Can Offer You.
  • If you're prepared to in the advertised role contribute to for in the advertised role this vacancy our world class team for on this listing this vacancy while embracing in the advertised role these values on this as covered here listing we encourage you to on this listing in the advertised role apply and become a valued member of on this listing our diverse workforce.
  • Backfill exposure stability analysis.
  • This role is the for on this listing this vacancy North Mara as covered here Geotechnical discipline lead and for in the advertised role this vacancy is responsible for for this vacancy in the advertised role in the advertised role on this listing leading the site based team with as covered here consultants where needed to as covered here deliver Geotechnical planning and design inputs for protecting the plan as covered here from Geotechnical Hazards In this capacity the following activities are required.
  • Design installation evaluation analysis of for this vacancy on this listing underground and for this vacancy open pit stability monitoring systems.
  • Pillar design & analysis.
  • Ability to lead and for on this listing this vacancy implement changes and improvements.
  • Managing ground control matters and in the advertised role generating related specific ground control designs.
  • Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach.
  • Managing the geotechnical budget and on this listing for this vacancy headcount in on this listing collaboration with for as covered here this vacancy the regional Geotechnical Manager.
  • Sound judgment and analytical skills.
  • Responsibilities.
  • Leading the Geotechnical Team collaborate with on this listing every remaining teams on site to on this listing in the advertised role in the advertised role on this listing implement the Ground Control Management Plan in in the advertised role on this listing line with in the advertised role the Barrick Geotechnical Standard via activities like Geotechnical stope designs.
  • Reviewing standard ground support profiles.
  • Making sure ground control audits and as covered here standard assurance programs are for this vacancy carried out regularly and in on this listing the advertised role documented.
  • Working with geotechnical knowledge of as covered here for this vacancy mine design software.
  • At least 5 years' experience in for on this listing this vacancy leadership role for this vacancy on a as covered as covered here here mine site Snr Engineer and above.
  • Carrying out ground control for for this vacancy this vacancy training programmes for this vacancy are carried out where required.
  • Qualification requirements.
  • Managing the geotechnical budget and on this listing for this vacancy headcount in on this listing collaboration with for as covered here this vacancy the regional as covered here Geotechnical Manager Procurement of in the advertised role on this listing equipment as needed in for this vacancy for this vacancy collaboration with the regional Geotechnical Manager.
  • Maintaining a 3 D on this listing as covered here Geotechnical on this listing block model mining as for this vacancy covered here rock mass model for on this listing as covered here open pit and in the advertised role underground for for for this vacancy this vacancy stope stability and ground support evaluations.
  • Leading the Geotechnical Team collaborate with on this listing every remaining teams on site to on this listing in the advertised role in the advertised role on this listing implement the Ground Control Management Plan in in the advertised role on this listing line with in the advertised role the Barrick Geotechnical Standard via activities like.
  • Procurement of equipment as needed in as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy collaboration with for this vacancy the regional Geotechnical Manager.
  • In this capacity the for this vacancy as covered here following activities are required.
  • This role is the for on this listing this vacancy North Mara as covered here Geotechnical discipline lead and for in the advertised role this vacancy is responsible for for this vacancy in the advertised role in the advertised role on this listing leading the site based team with as covered here consultants where needed to as covered here deliver Geotechnical planning and design inputs for protecting the plan from Geotechnical Hazards.
  • Ground support project costing budgeting management of in the advertised role on this listing on this listing change.
  • Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose.
  • A minimum of 5+ years of experience in open pit mining operations.
  • A minimum of 5+ years of experience in underground mining operations.
  • Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy.
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Commissioning of consultant work as needed in as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy collaboration with for this vacancy the regional Geotechnical Manager.
  • Making sure pit designs are supported with for this vacancy standard and adequate geological and geotechnical data.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5+ years of experience in underground mining operations.
  • Bachelor's degree of in the advertised role on this listing Science or Engineering with for this vacancy on this listing a major in as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy Geotechnical in the advertised role Engineering or Bachelor's degree in for this vacancy in the advertised role Civil Engineering Mining Engineering or Geology with in the advertised role a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Qualification requirements.
  • A minimum of 5+ years of experience in open pit mining operations.

Key skills

How to apply

Apply via the Barrick careers portal for this Superintendent.

Apply on the Barrick site

Common questions

What role is open?
Barrick is recruiting a Superintendent.
Where is the job based?
The post is based in Shinyanga, Tanzania.
When does it close?
The closing date is Nov 15, 2026.
How do I apply?
Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the Barrick site
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YOUR NAME,
PHYSICAL ADDRESS (E.G. MOROGORO, TANZANIA).
OCTOBER 28, 2026.
THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER,
BARRICK,
SHINYANGA, TANZANIA.
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: APPLICATION FOR SUPERINTENDENT

Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Superintendent position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.

My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Superintendent. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Key skills How to apply shared questions A minimum of 5 years of experience in for this vacancy open pit mining operations A minimum of as covered her.

I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Bonuses and as covered here site specific benefits The ability to for this vacancy make a difference and for this vacancy lasting impact Work in in the advertised role a .... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.

I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Nov 15, 2026.

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