Barrick Goldstrike – “Good place to work if you like long hours, but interesting work.”

Pros

The Process Division has a very strong safety culture. It is the over-riding principle for most people. The processes are very interesting and provide a lot of oppotunity for metallurgists to learn about gold processing. While the chemistry and processing is advanced there is still opportunity for improvements to be made.

Cons

Senior management was not willing to address the issues that existed within their own ranks. There was little understanding of the concept of "the right person for the right job." The hours were long with little recognition for accomplishments. Also do not count on career advancement unles you make the opportunities happen for yourself.

Advice to Senior Management

Address their own personnel issues. If you want technical people to stay, you need to reward them both monetarily and with career advancement opportunities.