Project Mechanical Engineer

Project Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kalumbila at Barrick Lumwana Mining

Barrick Lumwana Mining invites applications for the position of Project Mechanical Engineer based in Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Lumwana Expansion Project while embodying Barrick’s core values such as integrity, accountability, and commitment to zero harm. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering mechanical engineering solutions that are fit for purpose and support sustainable operations.

About the Role – Project Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kalumbila

Reporting directly to the Lead Mechanical Engineer – LEP, you will manage and coordinate mechanical engineering activities including construction, installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handover phases. Your focus will be on ensuring all mechanical works are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with engineering designs, project specifications, and quality standards. This fixed-term position is designed to transition into an operational Mechanical Engineer role upon successful project completion, subject to performance and organisational approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations on-site by coordinating between trades and subcontractors to maintain smooth workflow.
• Supervise mechanical construction, equipment installation, and contractor activities to ensure project safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Oversee installation of process plant equipment such as crushers, conveyors, pumps, piping systems, mills, screens, and tanks.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, vendor documentation, and installation procedures for compliance.
• Resolve technical and construction issues through collaboration with engineering and project teams.
• Monitor contractor performance, project schedules, costs, and resource allocation against milestones.
• Ensure quality assurance through inspections, testing, documentation, and defect management.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, performance testing, and mechanical completion activities.
• Promote best practices in construction techniques for structural, mechanical, and piping works.
• Verify equipment readiness, troubleshoot commissioning challenges, and facilitate system handover to operations.
• Support asset transition to operations including maintenance planning, reliability initiatives, spare parts identification, and documentation transfer.
• Provide ongoing mechanical engineering support to improve plant reliability, maintenance, and operational troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Maintain comprehensive project reports, inspection records, as-built documentation, and handover dossiers.

Candidate Requirements

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Membership of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical engineering experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industry, or process plant construction.
• Proven experience in mechanical construction, equipment installation, contractor coordination, and site engineering.
• Exposure to mining expansions, plant upgrades, brownfield or greenfield projects is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of equipment installation, inspection, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning processes.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, installation procedures, and quality documentation.
• Understanding of rotating equipment, material handling systems, pumps, piping, conveyors, crushers, and mineral processing equipment.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance, reliability, preventive maintenance, and asset management.
• Competency in coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Project, CMMS, or similar software is a plus.
• Ability to manage remote project delivery environments effectively.
• Valid Driver’s License is mandatory.

What Barrick Lumwana Mining Offers

• Competitive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and high-performing team.
• Supportive environment fostering professional growth and continuous learning.
• Access to diverse career opportunities across the organisation.

How to Apply for Project Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kalumbila

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications via the Barrick job portal by 5 November 2026.

Barrick is committed to environmental, health, and safety excellence and promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Women who meet the qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Apply using the following link: https://jobs.barrick.com/#en/sites/CX_1001/jobs/preview/242926/?location=Zambia&locationId=300000000275381&locationLevel=country&mode=location