Mobile Equipment Operator II-Fuel at Barrick Feb 2024

Position Description

The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a Mobile Equipment Operator II – Fuel to join and grow our team.

Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick’s core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals 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.

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

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for the daily inspection and dipping of fuel trucks and dispensing equipment.
• Reporting of any Technical deviations on the refueling equipment.
• Immediate reporting of any variances in fuel levels to Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor.
• Prior to commencing each shift, diligently conduct comprehensive pre-start checks on the fuel truck to ensure its optimal functionality and safety. 
• Immediate reporting of all defects of fuel trucks and dispensing equipment to Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor.
• Complete the daily fuel/lube dispensing sheet with accurate data.
• Ensure that correct hour meter readings of all equipment are recorded on the dispensing sheet.
• Ensure that correct quantity (in liters) of fuel is recorded against the correct equipment on the dispensing sheet.
• Ensure that equipment operator signs for the fuel.
• Assisting in the repairs of the technical equipment, with the assistance of the trade’s person.
• Upon concluding the shift, perform a thorough inspection to confirm the truck’s pristine condition and proper parking, ensuring readiness for emergency deployment if required. 
• Deliver the daily fuel dispensing sheet to the Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor after completion of each shift and signed-off the paperwork once data are reconciled with Fuel and lubricant supervisor. 
• Ensure that the fuel in the fuel truck is always secured.
• Complete the fuel requisition form and present to the Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor for authorization.
• Ensure that the required liters of fuel are pumped into the fuel truck by the fuel station pump attendant.
• Deliver the daily fuel requisition form to the Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor after completion of each shift.
• Do detail inspections of fuel lines and fuel modifications of all equipment.
• Report any tampering or breakages of fuel lines, fuel tanks and LAFON equipment fitted to the equipment.
• Accurately capturing the trucks loading volume at the weighbridge. 
• Assist with meter calibrations on the refueling vehicles.
• Avoid any fuel spillages to the environment.
• Treat any environmental spillages of fuel with absorbent material.
• Report any spillages to the environment team and the Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor.
• Ensure that absorbent material is always available on the fuel truck.
• Aid Fuel and Lubricants Supervisor on conducting tank and fuel bowser dipping as needed.   
• Wash and clean the fuel truck after every shift.
• Do escorts of fuel trucks where and when necessary.
• Comply with all safety procedures of Barrick North Mara.
• Comply with instructions received from the Fuel & Lubricant Supervisor or Supply management team. 

Qualification requirements

• Secondary School Education Certificate.
•  VETA Driving Certificate.
• Possess a Valid Tanzanian driving license, class B, C, D and E.
• Able to Drive Manual Transmission/Stick Shift Transmission.
• Sound knowledge of Mining Safety Regulations and best practice.

Experience and competencies needed.

• Experience on Operating Preferably Dump Truck 777D/785C and Articulation Trucks (AT)
• Ability to consistently manage such a diversified portfolio in a high-pressure environment.
• Highly professional conduct always and the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
•  Must be motivated individual with ability to operate with minimum supervision.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong technical and strategic planning related experience and background.
•  Strong values in safety commitment, policy and enforcement related experience and background
• Performing tasks under minimal supervision and monitoring 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
• Performance orientated, strongly motivated and maintains a high work standard. Strong work ethic. Shows initiative. Adaptable to change management processes. Focused on continuous improvement.
• Committed and engaged employees who are enthusiastic and passionate about Barrick and carry the company DNA.
• Be able to conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment. 

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.