Geological Technician

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

Geological Technician, Nunavut 

Location and Reporting Structure 

Reporting to the Sr. Mine Geologist, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities 

•    Collect and handle blast hole cuttings, stockpile samples, and underground face samples. This also involves careful and accurate sampling to ensure data integrity.
•    Organize all collected samples and prepare them for shipment to both onsite and offsite assay laboratories, ensuring that they are securely and properly dispatched.
•    Daily entry of mine data into tracking spreadsheets, meticulous in recording and updating this information to maintain accurate up-to-date records.
•    Move core samples into logging facilities and prepare them for analysis. This includes opening boxes and ensuring that cores are ready for logging.
•    Log, photograph, sample core materials accurately and record observations.
•    Execute ore mark-ups in alignment with design specifications for both open-pit and underground operations, encompassing ore spotting activities during equipment digging operations.
•    Perform general construction and labor duties as required.
•    Ensure work area is free of any hazards (ex. tripping hazards).

Desired Competencies and Requirements

•    One (1) year experience in a similar role, preferably in an industrial or mining environment. Familiarity with large equipment operations is an asset.
•    Proficient in using GIS software and GPS equipment for tasks such as sample pick-up and ore mark-outs.
•    Prior experience working in a remote camp setting with limited access to resources considered an asset.
•    Physically able to lift a minimum of 75lbs and the ability to walk 5 kilometers or more for 10 hours daily in adverse weather conditions.
•    WHIMS Certification and/or Level 1 First Aid considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $104,728.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $38.00 and overtime rate of $57.00) 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 MST December 5th, 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.