Position Title:                      Process Plant- Neutralization Area Lead Operator
Reports To:                          Process Plant- Neutralization Operations Supervisor
Based:                                 Pueblo Viejo Mine Site

Position Overview

The incumbent is responsible for operational activities on a shift basis as well as staying in close contact with the POX Operations Supervisor and POX Control Room Operator. These duties will entail operation of the neutralization area circuits, which includes: hot cure, CCD, lime boil, Fe & HDS neutralization, copper precipitation, effluent treatment plant and solution & slurry cooling towers. The incumbent will ensure proper safety and environmental management systems are followed as well as providing guidance employee training for Neutralization Operator. The incumbent will serve as a positive role model with a high degree of Visible Felt Leadership in the field. The incumbent will also be expected to fill in behind the Neutralization Supervisor as needed. The position location is in the Dominican Republic and will be a fly in/ fly out assignment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

* Implement SAFE task work procedures that will ensure the SAFE and efficient operation of all of the circuits within area of responsibility.
* Implement task work procedures that will ensure environmental compliance as they pertain to spills and air emission regulations.
* In collaboration with the Neutralization Supervisor, safety department, perform a risk assessment of the operations, including tasks, workplaces and equipment with the goal of determining the critical tasks and workplaces. This will be the foundation for the creation of the standard operating procedures and the schedule of task observations and workplace inspections.
* Provide feedback to the Operations General Supervisor in relation to construction and process design.
* Interact with the HR department, to identify and hire operators.
* Participate in commissioning teams for his area of responsibility.
* Supervise a team of Dominicans Neutralization operators. Make field contact a priority, with the goal of maintaining an engaging, positive and motivating work atmosphere, with pride in quality and productive work. 
* Assist in the Pre-operational testing activities led by the EPCM contractor and identify non-compliance items that make the punch list.
* Ensure the employees acquire the most competency out of the Pre-ops testing activities and can act as instructors for the rest of the workforce.
* Implement plant operator training and progression, document the training progress, perform task observations and perform employee training assessments.
* Create and maintain high work, workplace and housekeeping standards that will pertain to the process plant.
* Monitor and coordinate the shift activities and identify improvement opportunities when warranted and implement when possible.
* Coordinate the maintenance activities, including the use of Work Permits for his area of responsibility. Ensure the equipment is ready for the planned maintenance activities.
* Implement equipment maintenance inspection sheets and review with the maintenance supervisor to proactively identify equipment that requires attention.
* Participate in safety and training programs, including (but not limited to) the development of the Risk management, Standard Operating Procedures, (SOP’s), Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMP’s), Workplace Inspections, Task Observations and Training programs.
* Interact in succession planning within the Operations team to ensure PVDC achieves development of the Dominican employees to assume positions of increasing responsibility.

Key Competency Areas

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate to the following competencies:

* Teamwork – involvement in the development of an operating team which involves being open minded to others and their views and give feedback to a persons ideas in a timely fashion.
* Business Acumen– Know how to deal with Human Relations matters in a professional way, this also includes implementing Human Resources policies. As a holder of a more senior position, you must be aware on business implications with regards to decisions made.
* Strategic Thinking – Organization of daily activities and long term planning which is one of the keys to the success of the operation. Understand the organizations strength and weaknesses; identify threats and opportunities and be willing to adapt to changing conditions.
* Judgment – Displays good problem solving techniques as well as making firm decisions. By making decisions, the reasons for such decisions must be known and include appropriate persons in the decision making process. Decisions must be done in a timely manner.
* Motivation – Demonstrates abilities to achieve goals; being persistent and overcomes obstacles, always trying to improve self standards.
* Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities in a timely but effective manner sets goals to be reached and organizes or schedules other people and their tasks to obtain the goals set forth.
* Professionalism – Deals with people in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of the status or position; accepts responsibility for actions taken; and follows trough with commitments.
* Quality – Always looking for ways to improve performance with superior quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoughtfulness.
* Leadership – Being a team player and ensure the team can deliver results, keeping Barrick’s goals in mind. 

Supervisory requirements

The incumbent will be responsible for direction, training of the Neutralization circuit operators.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education

 High School Diploma minimum, a post secondary diploma / degree - relating to Metallurgy or Mineral Processing is preferred.

Experience

+5 years experience in processing plants at a lead operator level.

The incumbent must have practical experience in the following: Acid neutralization, High Density Sludge, water treatment and concentrate filtration processes.

Experience in the operation of copper and zinc precipitation,  base metal solvent extraction and electro winning and cooling towers would be an asset.

Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation/process control is necessary.

Experience in a foreign country with a low skilled workforce is a strong asset.

Skills & Abilities
 
Must have a valid driver’s license

The incumbent should demonstrate ability to lead, train and develop others, maintaining good working relationships, excellent work ethics and practice good safety and environmental practices.

Above average communication skills in English and preferably in English and Spanish. Willingness to learn foreign languages is required.