Project Logistics Coordinator (Load Master)
Barrick Gold — City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted 2026-11-03
Project Logistics Coordinator (Load Master)
Position Description
The Barrick Africa Middle East Team is seeking to recruit a Project Logistics Coordinator (Load Master) to join and grow our team. The purpose of the role is to plan, supervise and safely execute the loading, securing, lifting, transport and discharge of heavy, abnormal, out-of-gauge and critical project cargo from supplier, port and hub through to the AME mine sites, ensuring every load is technically sound, compliant and delivered undamaged and on time.
Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals 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
If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review Journey and Transport Management Plans (JMP/TMP), lifting plans, rigging studies, cargo securing plans and transport methodologies for every heavy and abnormal load.
- Select the cranes, trailers, lifting equipment and transport configurations for each load based on dimensions, weight, centre of gravity, axle loading, route constraints and site conditions.
- Supervise loading, offloading, stowage, lashing and securing of project cargo, heavy equipment and containerised cargo at supplier works, ports, the hub warehouses and site.
- Inspect cargo before dispatch, checking packing, condition, dimensions, weights, lifting points and transportability, and stop any load that is not safe to move.
- Support route surveys and abnormal-load planning, covering permits, escorts, road restrictions, bridges, turning points and other transport risks.
- Oversee vessel discharge, container stuffing and destuffing, and loading of out-of-gauge and critical cargo for export and cross-border movement.
- Prepare and verify packing lists and master packing lists, and release cargo only once documentation and quality checks are complete.
- Produce surveyor-style cargo condition, damage, flash and loading/offloading reports, and investigate the root cause of any cargo damage.
- Coordinate transport contractors, crane companies, shipping agents, warehouses and site teams to deliver each move to schedule and ROS date.
- Enforce HSE standards, risk assessments and safe systems of work on every lift and load, implementing corrective actions before work begins.
Qualification Requirements:
- Matric; formal certification in cargo handling and load securing (e.g. Lloyd’s Academy) required, with rigging, lifting-supervisor or surveying qualifications advantageous.
Experience and Skills Requirements:
- 10+ years in heavy-lift, abnormal-load and project cargo operations, mining or major-project environment preferred.
- Hands-on experience preparing JMP/TMPs, lifting and rigging plans, and cargo securing arrangements.
- Practical knowledge of trailer and crane selection, axle-load calculation and abnormal-load route requirements in South Africa and cross-border.
- Experience in cargo surveying, damage investigation and technical reporting.
- Strong HSE focus, sound judgement under pressure and willingness to travel to ports, hubs and remote mine sites.
- Valid driver’s licence; MS Office proficiency, with SAP or a logistics system advantageous.
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 organization
We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.