Refiner

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

Refiner, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure 

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

Responsibilities 

•    Maintain accurate and timely production records, including log sheets, electronic data entries, and documentation of lot and pour numbers, refinery reports, and final metal weights to ensure traceability and compliance.
•    Operate and maintain electrowinning systems and the gravity-concentrating table, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to metallurgical standards.
•    Execute gold pours with precision, including the preparation and mixing of reagents and flux, and prepare gold product for shipment in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
•    Perform routine and preventative maintenance on refining equipment, including bullion furnace crucible rebuilds, inspections, and upkeep, as well as cleaning gold sludge from cathodes.
•    Conduct daily inspections of systems, equipment, and work areas to identify and mitigate safety hazards, verify equipment integrity, and uphold housekeeping standards.
•    Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to refining processes and equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
•    Work independently with minimal supervision while strictly adhering to all gold room security protocols and performing additional duties as assigned.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Minimum of five (5) years of experience in mill operations, with a focus on metal recovery and processing with experience
working in a gold room or comparable mineral processing environment.
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    Strong knowledge of metallurgical processes and applied chemistry relevant to refining operations.
•    Eligible to be bondable is a requirement of this position.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $135,044.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $49.00 and overtime rate of $73.50) 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 MST November 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.