Operator, Waste Management

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

Operator Waste Management

Location and Reporting Structure

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

Responsibilities 

• Operate, monitor, and maintain incinerators to ensure proper combustion of waste materials, including domestic, food, and non-hazardous industrial waste;
• Collect waste material and separate recyclables for offsite disposal and combustible waste for open air or mechanical incineration;
• Ensure compliance with all territorial and federal environmental regulations, company policies, and manufacturer operating procedures;
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on incineration systems and associated equipment (e.g., burners, blowers, filters);
• Record data such as temperature, run times, and waste volumes for internal tracking and regulatory reporting;
• Sort and segregate waste appropriately before incineration, ensuring no hazardous or restricted materials are burned;
• Safely handle waste loading and ash removal, and dispose of ash in accordance with approved protocols;
• Report equipment malfunctions, environmental concerns, or safety incidents promptly to the supervisor; and
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the incineration area and storage zones.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

• One (1) year of skilled labourer experience in a remote camp environment. Prior work at a mine site is preferred;
• High school diploma or GED; and
• Ability to comprehend, read, write and converse in functional English to ensure safe working conditions on site.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $97,149.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $35.25 and overtime rate of $52.88) 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 June 19, 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.