Barrick Tanzania is recruiting aHydrogeological Technicianto support underground and open-pit operations atNorth Mara Gold Minein Mara Region. The role focuses on groundwater investigation, mine dewatering, hydrogeological modelling, groundwater-risk management and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct groundwater investigations, including drilling supervision, aquifer testing and piezometer installation.
- Develop and maintain hydrogeological models to support dewatering strategies, water-balance forecasts and risk assessments.
- Monitor and interpret groundwater inflows, pore-pressure data and water-quality parameters.
- Collaborate with geotechnical, mine-planning and environmental teams on integrated water management.
- Advise on water-related hazards including breakthrough risk, fill saturation and groundwater-related slope instability.
- Maintain and update the Groundwater Management Plan in line with site and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, dashboards and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support emergency-response planning for water-related incidents.
- Train and mentor junior staff in hydrogeological monitoring and data interpretation.
- Liaise with consultants and regulatory bodies on groundwater compliance and permitting.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
- Postgraduate specialisation in groundwater modelling or mine-water management is an advantage.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in mining hydrogeology, preferably in underground and open-pit environments.
- Proficiency in groundwater-modelling software such as MODFLOW or FEFLOW and related data-analysis tools.
- Familiarity with piezometers, vibrating-wire piezometers and water-level loggers.
- Strong understanding of mine dewatering systems and water-risk mitigation.
- Valid driving licence and ability to work in underground conditions.
- Strong communication skills and commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
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