Contracts Manager
Based in Johannesburg in the Regional Office, the incumbent will ensure the establishment of contracts for the mine sites in Tanzania and South Africa to optimise the spend and embed processes to remain compliant. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, he/she will also develop and maintain contract templates, as well as develop and promote the contract process to all Supply Chain staff and end users
within the company.
Candidates must hold a degree in Business, Finance, Logistics and/or Purchasing and 5 years' experience in Procurement and Contracts Management. A demonstrated understanding of Supply Chain operations, Contract Management, Sourcing for Capital, Services, Direct Purchasing and Stock Management within the supply operations of large resource or utilities operations and an understanding of Process Improvement Methodologies are needed. Applicants must either be qualified or experienced in Inventory Management processes and the interface with Warehouse Management. Supervision and leadership skills or aptitude completes the profile.
Systems and Compliance Manager
Reporting to the Director: Environmental Management, African Barrick Gold, the incumbent will be based in Johannesburg and will provide leadership in establishing a culture of continual improvement
in environmental performance within African Barrick Gold (ABG) as well as ensure that environmental management is fully integrated into the operations during the complete lifecycle of the mine, from design
to post closure. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of African Barrick Gold's standards, procedures and guidelines at a regional level through the design and development
of environmental systems. In addition, this role is responsible for the maintenance of compliance management systems and for all internal and external environmental performance reporting.
To be successful, candidates need a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline aligned to environmental science or environmental engineering and a minimum of 8 years' demonstrated experience in a senior environmental professional position. Postgraduate qualifications in Environment are preferred, whilst management experience would be advantageous. The ability to advise and communicate at various levels of the organisation and work under pressure is essential, along with proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, etc), database and management system software.
Mine Water Specialist
From a Johannesburg base, reporting to the Director: Environmental Management, this role will provide expertise and leadership in water management matters in African Barrick Gold's operations in Africa and assist site personnel with the development of surface and groundwater management plans and database systems for all Africa sites. In addition, the successful candidate will develop and implement water management strategies to minimise the use and contamination of water and implement site water and waste load balances in collaboration with company specialists.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or higher tertiary qualification in Hydrology, Geohydrology or a related discipline and at least 10 years' experience. An advanced degree is preferred and knowledge of Goldsim or similar models and EQUIS would be advantageous. A significant depth of technical experience in water management is required, preferably in the mining sector. Exposure to the practicalities of water management in the international arena will be to the candidate's advantage. He/she must be able to work and live in South Africa.
Commodity Specialists
The role, based in Johannesburg, will be responsible for establishing, maintaining and executing Forward Pricing Agreements (FPA/contracts) for the different mine sites, liaising with sites and acting on their requirements. The incumbent will facilitate discussions to establish FPA requirements, issue RFPs (Request for Proposals) to suppliers/the market and evaluate tenders based on required guidelines. In addition, he/she will perform tender analyses, consider all aspects of the TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) Model when awarding contracts for the purpose of reducing cost per ounce and/or improving effectiveness and efficiency of production and complete Forward Pricing Agreement (FPA) or Supplier Terms of Reference (STOR) after site approval.
Interested persons must have a relevant degree or diploma and a minimum of 5 years' working experience in a similar role with a good understanding of all Supply Chain activities. Previous experience
in the mining industry and a good understanding of products and markets relating to the mining industry would be advantageous. Advanced Excel knowledge is a must for this position, whilst sound knowledge of Word and Access is essential.
Corporate Health & Safety Manager
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the incumbent (based in Johannesburg) will develop, implement and direct Occupational Health and Safety policies and programmes for all of African Barrick Gold
established and developing properties. Further duties include leading development, compliance and public and governmental interface on OHS issues for the region and providing functional guidance to
OHS professionals at all operations, projects under development and closed/reclamation properties. In addition, there will be extensive interface with site operations management, executive management,
outside consultants and regulatory agencies.
A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, such as Mining, Metallurgy, Geology or Occupational Health and Safety and a minimum of 10 years' experience in the OH&S field with general oversight of OHS programmes, regulations and practices are the minimum requirements
for this role. An advanced degree is preferred, whilst experience in a management position, the mining industry and dealing with State and federal/national regulatory agencies is vital. Clear and effective communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, flexibility when working in a team environment, persistence and
the ability to drive change and work under pressure will also count in the applicant's favour.
Note: All positions will require regular travel into Africa.
The positions will attract competitive salary packages, which will include excellent benefits.
Applicants are invited to submit their CVs (indicating the position title in the subject line) via e-mail to: applyafrica@barrick.com
African Barrick Gold has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. We offer equal employment opportunities to qualified men and women.
If you are not contacted within thirty (30) days of the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Short-listed candidates may be subject to any of the following:
l Security clearance
l Competency assessment
l Physical capability assessment
l Reference checking.
Please forward applications before 21 June 2011.
BARRICK GOLD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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