Senior Mine Engineer, OP

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

Senior Mine Engineer – Open Pit, Nunavut.

Location and Reporting Structure 

Reporting to the Chief Mine Engineer, Goose Site, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities 

•    Analyze and provide strategic guidance on risks and opportunities in all planning functions to align with operational goals and company objectives;
•    Design and optimize pit and dump layouts using geotechnical parameters, pit phasing, and best practices to enhance safety and efficiency;
•    Ensure the efficient extraction of mineralized zones while minimizing dilution and ore loss through close coordination with Load and Haul operations;
•    Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff in developing and executing short-term (2-week), medium-term (3-month), and other essential mine plans, including drill pattern layouts, explosives charging designs, and dewatering strategies;
•    Prepare and deliver comprehensive monthly reports and documentation on required frequencies to communicate progress, challenges, and key metrics;
•    Identify and implement operational efficiency improvements and cost-saving measures to support sustainable mining operations;
•    Mentor junior and intermediate engineers to build technical expertise and leadership skills, while maintaining constructive relationships with employees, contractors, and consultants; and
•    Promote a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with safety standards, collaborating with other departments on safety programs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Seven (7) years of open pit mining experience in metals mining, including two (2) years of experience in overseeing the work of Engineers, Engineers in Training (EIT) and engineering technologist level staff.
•    Bachelor's degree in geological/mine engineering (B.Eng);
•    Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and membership in the Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist or ability to obtain same.  Professional registration is mandatory; and
•    Proficiency in mine planning and design software such as Surpac, MineSight, Deswik or similar.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary for this role is $180,000. Travel compensation and benefits are provided separately.

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 March 17th, 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.