What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golden Sunlight - Operations Manager position at Barrick Gold Corporation?
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
The Operations Manager is accountable for the safe, responsible, and effective management of Golden Sunlight Mine. This position is responsible for all aspects of the operation leading to the delivery of the organization's overall goals, as well as external stakeholder management. This will include, but not be limited to, mining and processing operations, equipment maintenance, technical services, planning and budgeting, cost control, sustained capital project management, and reclamation..
At Barrick, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy to our host communities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the site to develop and instill a safety culture that will empower employees to execute work in a safe environment, where employees are motivated to utilize their Stop-Work-Authority, identify risks, and support other team members in efficiently executing work
- Lead the execution of Barrick Gold North America’s Health, Safety and Environmental plans at site
- Develop and lead the safe and successful execution of the site operational and financial budget, as well as reclamation activities
- Ensure that maintenance activities, planning, and scheduling are fully coordinated to achieve targets, optimize the frequency and scope of planned shutdown events, and improve the overall reliability of the plant.
- Identify and drive continuous improvement actions across all facets of the business – safety, environmental, operational, financial, people, community relations, etc.
- Ensure the planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing of all activities are conducted appropriately to specific timelines in a manner consistent with the values and DNA of Barrick.
- Lead the site team in personnel development and training. Ensure that the team members remain challenged and continuously grow and improve performance.
- Identify risks and potential solutions, as well as raise appropriate awareness within the organization for additional input to ensure optimal resolution/mitigation
- Represent the site and company as a valued member within our local host communities, including maintaining and overseeing Barrick’s local community development committee
- Relentlessly hold the team to account to ensure that deliverables consistently reach or exceed targets
- Ensure appropriate policies, controls, and systems are in place and applied to adequately manage operational and environmental risk
- Other responsibilities as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in mine engineering, metallurgy, mechanical engineering, or another related field is required
- A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive operational/management positions, of which at least two (2) years in Process operations
- Proven success and demonstrated history of leading a strong culture of safety
- The ability to establish, communicate and measure aggressive results regarding safety, productivity, continuous improvement, and sound business practices
- Demonstrated ability to build and develop a dedicated team and positive working relationships with a diverse workforce
- Excellent people skills (coaching & mentoring) directed towards developing and empowering teams and individuals
- Ability to prepare and present reports to all levels of the organization in an accurate and understandable format
- Proven success in implementing and managing change processes
- An exemplary safety, performance, and attendance record
- Initiative-taking focus on talent assessment and career development for staff
- Demonstrated ability to design, implement and control internal and external projects
- Sound business judgment and knowledge of financial and accounting functions together with a solid understanding of what drives profitability, cash flow and costs
- Some travel and extended hours may be required
- Excellent organizational, time management and office management skills
- Previous experience working in mines with comparable size and technical scope to those of Golden Sunlight is preferred
What We Can Offer You
- A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company match share purchase program, and much more! 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 Barrick locations
- Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employee
CORE VALUES & COMPANY DNA
Zero Harm
We value safety and health above all else and we take personal responsibility and ownership as one team.
Responsible and Accountable
We act as owners, challenge each other as peers, learn and build on successes. One team, One mission.
Partnerships
We foster genuine partnerships and deliver on our commitments.
Build a Sustainable Legacy
We earn our social license by being a part of our hose communities, managing the impact of our operations and building a sustainable legacy.
Results Driven
We are results-driven through agile decision-making and disciplined execution.
Be Honest, Transparent, and Act with Integrity
We communicate directly, honestly, and transparently.
Fit for Purpose
We keep it simple – delivering fit-for-purpose solutions.
#LI-RM1
