Sr. Geotechnical Engineer
Nunavut, CA
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
Sr. Geotechnical Engineer, Nunavut
Location and Reporting Structure
Reporting to the Chief Mine Engineer, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.
Responsibilities
• Lead and implement geotechnical and rock mechanics programs, including data collection, rock mass characterization, instrumentation, and ground control monitoring for surface and underground operations.
• Provide advanced geotechnical analysis and design, both numerical and empirical, to support mine planning, to ensure stability of slopes, stopes, excavations, and site earthworks.
• Establish and maintain geotechnical design criteria, review mine plans/designs, and ensure geotechnical risks are identified, mitigated, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Manage underground excavation performance, stability assessments, and rehabilitation programs, including ground support optimization and extraction sequence evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with the Ground Control Management Plan, while supporting permitting, regulatory submissions, and oversight of external consultants.
• Collaborate across technical and operations teams, provide mentorship, and drive safe, cost-effective geotechnical solutions in compliance with B2Gold standards and regulatory requirements.
Desired Competencies and Requirements
• Eight (8) years of geotechnical engineering experience in mining (open pit and/or underground), including demonstrated experience in ground control, site investigations, geotechnical analysis, and at least two (2) years in a supervisory or mentorship capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Geological, Civil, or Mine Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with eligibility for registration in Nunavut (mandatory).
• Advanced proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g., Deswik, RS2/RS3, Slide, Dips, Unwedge, Swedge, Map3D), strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and proven ability to influence mine planning, lead cross-functional collaboration, and mentor technical teams.
Compensation and Benefits
For informational purposes, the annual salary for this role is $180,000.00
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 July 17th, 2026, 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.