About the Role

Barrick Lumwana Mining is seeking a dedicated professional for the position of Safety Officer within its Project Department at the Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia site. The role contributes to the company’s commitment to safety excellence and workplace safety in the mining environment.

Reporting directly to the Senior Safety Officer – LEP, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining a strong, visible safety presence on site. Your responsibilities will include coordinating and implementing the Lumwana Mining Company’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system to meet international standards efficiently and effectively.

Key Duties

• Provide expert advice, support, and coaching to contractors and employees on health and safety risk management.
• Conduct comprehensive workplace safety audits and inspections across the site.
• Manage safety documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor and report on incident trends, audit outcomes, and corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and participate in safety forums.
• Oversee health and safety training and presentations within your operational unit.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance.
• Ensure compliance with the LMC Occupational Health & Safety Policy and promote safe work procedures.
• Drive team safety awareness and maintain up-to-date job procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in construction projects.
• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years post-qualification experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a mining or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in incident and accident investigation.
• Physically fit to pass pre-employment medical exams and annual health screenings.
• Working knowledge of safety management systems, preferably ISO, AS, or NOSA standards.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead teams safely and enhance safety culture.
• Strong understanding of relevant mining industry legislation in Zambia.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Membership in a relevant professional body is required.
• Fluent communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Clean Class B or C manual driver’s license.

What Barrick Lumwana Mining Offers

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety and sustainability.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities alongside industry experts.
• Access to diverse career paths within the organization.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CVs through the Barrick job portal by 10 October 2026.

Commitment to Diversity and Safety

Barrick Lumwana Mining is firmly committed to environmental, health, and safety management. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified women and men, and we strongly encourage women who meet the qualifications to apply.

Important Notice: Lumwana Mining Company does not request any payment during the recruitment process. Please be aware of fraudsters.