Electrician

The Company

B2Gold is a responsible international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, the Goose Project under construction in northern Canada, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland.

Position

Electrician, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Superintendent, Site Services this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities 

•    The overall inspection, repair, and maintenance of electrical components of the mine and camp in compliance with regulations and B2Gold Nunavut’s safety policies and procedures;
•    Aid in the installation and maintenance of underground substations and pump stations as required;
•    Diagnose areas of improvement and/or repair on current electrical systems, substations, and pump stations. Inspect equipment for performance and diagnose areas of improvement and/or repair. Complete repairs as necessary;
•    Read, understand, and interpret prints;
•    Collaborate with site teams to identify operational requirements and improvements of the project;
•    Test and troubleshoot electrical, control, and automation systems;
•    Assist in the design, testing, and start-up of instrumentation and control systems;
•    Update and aid in the set-up of Electrical and Control schematics; and
•    Participate in safety toolbox talks to promote compliance with B2Gold Nunavut’s safety policies and procedures. 

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician ticket with prior experience in industrial electrical repair and maintenance in the construction and/or mining industry;
•    Familiarity with reading electrical schematics and prints required, with preference given to those with working knowledge of the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in mining operations; 
•    Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and industry best practices; and 
•    Experience working in a remote camp setting with limited access to resources is considered an asset.
 
                                      

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $151,580,00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $55 and overtime rate of $82.50) in a work year.

B2Gold Nunavut offers a competitive compensation package, including salary commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills, plus a group benefits package for employees and their dependents.

Application and Contact Information

Kitikmeot Inuit, Nunavut Inuit, and Residents receive priority hiring consideration, if one these categories applies, please state it after the reference number in the subject line. We thank all for their interest but are only considering applicants with working rights in Canada.
B2Gold Nunavut prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives, and continuously works towards a people profile that matches the demographics of the respective national settings in which we operate, while appreciating our inclusive culture that attracts talent from around the world. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold Nunavut values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. 

The B2Gold Back River Corp. owned Back River Project is a significant undertaking with contributions from both B2Gold Nunavut and valued Contractors. Although we appreciate your interest in working for B2Gold Nunavut directly; if you are not selected for employment with B2Gold Nunavut or we have no current work available that is suitable for your skill set, B2Gold Nunavut may share your application material with our contractors for positions that they are seeking to fill. If you do not want your resume shared, please indicate so in the subject line of your email and we will retain a copy of your application material for our internal records only.

We will retain application material on file for future vacancies (openings within 6-12 months) for consideration; however, you are encouraged to apply to any opening you may be suited for. If selected to move forward a member of our team will be in touch.

Closing Date

This post will remain open until 12:00AM MT June 11th, 2025, unless a suitable candidate is not found. We thank all applicants for their interest in B2Gold Nunavut; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.