VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: TRAINING SPECIALIST – ICT

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Training Specialist – ICT to join the versatile Human Resources department. We are in search of an individual 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

Reporting to the Coordinator – Apprenticeship and Graduates, you will be responsible for hands-on training program that builds apprentices’ competence in computer hardware, operating systems, networking fundamentals, and workplace applications. You will teach troubleshooting and service-desk practices such as ticketing, documentation, customer support, and escalation procedures to prepare apprentices for real ICT environments.

 Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and manage the ICT apprenticeship curriculum aligned to workplace needs and competency standards
• Deliver hands-on ICT training (hardware, OS, networking, applications) using labs, demonstrations, and guided practice.
• Assess and verify competence through practical tests/projects and maintain apprentice portfolios and progress records
• Promote cybersecurity and data protection practices (safe computing, access control basics, backups, responsible data handling).

• Coordinate workplace learning and continuous improvement by working with ICT teams/mentors, arranging attachments and updating training based on performance gaps and technology changes

  To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 Full Certificate
• Minimum Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Networks/Telecoms.
• Diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognised learning institution.
• Valid accreditation with relevant institutions. 

• Minimum 2 years’ work experience in a similar role.

  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 organisation

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. 

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.