About this role
Position Description Job Title: Charge Up Trainer Department: Mining Operations Reports To: Development Superintendent The Charge Up Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality training, coaching, and competency assessments for underground charge-up personnel. This role ensures that all charge-up activities, including explosive handling, blasting practices, and related safety procedures, are performed in full compliance with regulatory requirements, site standards, and industry best practices. The Trainer plays a key role in building crew capability, reducing operational risk, and supporting continuous improvement within the drill & blast function. 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: Training & Competency Development
• Deliver theoretical and practical training for all charge-up tasks, including: • Explosives storage, transportation, and handling • Charging development headings, production rings, and stope preparations • Priming, loading, stemming, and tying in blast patterns • Misfire management and emergency response • Use of electronic, non-electric, and detonator-based firing systems
• Assess and verify operator competencies against site-based or national standards. • Develop training materials, manuals, standard work procedures, and assessment tools. • Provide one-on-one coaching for new and existing charge-up operators. • Identify skills gaps and create targeted training plans to build workforce capability. Safety Leadership & Compliance
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all training incorporates critical control management. • Ensure compliance with: • Mine safety legislation • Explosives regulations • Company policies and procedures • Conduct and document field observations, task audits, and safe work verifications. • Participate in incident investigations related to blasting, explosives, or misfires and implement corrective actions. Operational Support
• Work closely with the Charge Up Supervisor and Drill & Blast Engineers to ensure training aligns with operational needs. • Provide expert input into blast design execution, charging techniques, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Maintain training records, certifications, and competency matrices using the site's learning management systems. • Assist in onboarding new charge-up personnel and ensuring they meet site entry and explosives qualification requirements. Continuous Improvement
• Evaluate training outcomes and implement improvements to training delivery and materials. • Introduce new technologies, equipment, and industry methods to advance operational efficiency and safety. • Contribute to the refinement of SOPs, SWPs, and critical control verifications related to explosives and blasting. Qualification Requirements:
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (or equivalent VET/industry training qualification). • Experience with modern blasting technologies (e.g., i-kon, EBS, smart blasting systems). Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum 5–10 years underground charge-up experience, preferably in high-production mining • Valid Shotfirer / Blaster License or equivalent explosives competency. • Demonstrated expertise in development and production charging, blast tie-ins, and electronic detonator systems. • Proven experience training or mentoring underground charge-up personnel. • Strong understanding of relevant underground mining legislation and explosives regulations. • High level of hazard awareness and risk management capability in an underground environment. • Experience using learning management systems (LMS) for training and recordkeeping. • Exposure to mine emergency response or incident investigation. Key Competencies & Attributes
• Strong communication and coaching skills. • High personal safety standards and ability to lead by example. • Ability to deliver clear, structured training in both classroom and field environments. • Problem-solving skills with a focus on reducing operational risk. • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary underground team. • Patience, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills. Performance Indicators
• Competency progression and skill development of the charge-up crew. • Compliance with explosives legislation and internal safety standards. • Reduction of misfires, charging errors, and blasting-related incidents. • Quality and accuracy of training documentation and assessments. • Positive trainee feedback and supervisor evaluations. • Contribution to continuous improvement initiatives. 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 industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization
How to apply:
• Applicants are invited to submit their CV’s/Resumes online.
Please forward applications before 13th August 2026 Zero Tolerance for Corruption: Barrick has a strict zero-tolerance approach to bribery, fraud, and corruption. Any attempt by a candidate to influence the recruitment process through bribery, illegal inducements, or offering gifts/favors to staff will result in the immediate disqualification of their application and may lead to legal action. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. Thank you for your application; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.