Senior Environmental Officer – Environmental Management & Systems | Barrick Lumwana
Senior Environmental Officer – Environmental Management and Systems
Organisation: Barrick Lumwana Mining
Position: Senior Environmental Officer – Environmental Management and Systems
Employment Type: Fixed Term
Project: Lumwana Expansion Project
Location: Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia
Reports to: Coordinator Environment – LEP
Posting Date: 13 September 2026
Closing Date: 19 September 2026
Organization Introduction
Barrick Lumwana Mining is seeking a dedicated Senior Environmental Officer – Environmental Management and Systems (Fixed Term) to join our Lumwana Expansion Project Team in Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about advancing sustainable environmental practices within the mining sector.
Overall Responsibility
Reporting to the Coordinator Environment – LEP, you will lead the implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System (EMS) aligned with ISO 14001 standards.
Your role will be crucial in ensuring environmental compliance and driving sustainable project outcomes across the Lumwana Expansion Project.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop Similar Exposure Groups (SEGs) and formulate comprehensive sampling plans.
- Implement and enhance the EMS in accordance with ISO 14001 and company requirements.
- Coordinate environmental audits, inspections, and assurance activities, including preparation for internal and external ISO audits.
- Maintain Environmental Obligations and Risk Registers to track legal, regulatory, permit, and project requirements.
- Monitor compliance with environmental permits, licenses, legislation, and project commitments, and ensure timely resolution of compliance issues.
- Identify and review environmental aspects, impacts, risks, and opportunities, and implement appropriate controls.
- Prepare monthly and periodic reports on environmental objectives, targets, KPIs, and performance metrics.
- Manage environmental non-conformances, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Review and monitor contractor environmental management systems, including plans, procedures, inspections, and audits.
- Develop and maintain environmental documentation such as procedures, plans, registers, and standards.
- Conduct environmental training, inductions, and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and project teams.
- Ensure accurate environmental record-keeping for document control, traceability, and audit readiness.
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering Management, Natural Resources Management, or a related discipline.
- At least four years of relevant experience, preferably within mining, power transmission linear infrastructure, construction, or major capital projects.
- ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor certification.
- Knowledge of ESG and sustainability reporting principles is advantageous.
- Expertise in environmental monitoring, pollution prevention, and environmental control measures.
- Proven experience implementing and maintaining ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems.
- Membership in a relevant professional body.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Valid Zambian driver’s license.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official Barrick careers portal:
Barrick is committed to environmental, health, and safety excellence and promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates.
Closing Date: 19 September 2026
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