Sr. Operator, Multi Equipment

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 Operator, Multi Equipment - Civil, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure 

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

Responsibilities 

•    Operate and maintain heavy equipment, including (but not limited to) Dozer, Excavator, Rock Truck, Graders, Loaders, and Roller Compactors;
•    Perform duties including large and small scale excavation, and material placement in accordance with project requirements;
•    Interpret and follow project plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure accurate execution of assigned tasks;
•    Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and address any issues promptly;
•    Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner;
•    Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of tools and house keeping of equipment;
•    Collaborate with supervisors and fellow team members to coordinate activities and achieve project objectives; and
•    Adhere to B2Gold Nunavut’s health, safety and environment policies and procedures.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Five (5) years’ experience operating heavy equipment including 320-349 Excavator, D5-D8 Dozer, 730 Articulating Rock truck, 14m Grader, Front end Loader and Roller Compactor. 
•    Heavy Equipment Operating Certification may be considered an asset;
•    Previous experience working on a remote site in Arctic conditions with limited access to resources, is desirable; and
•    Prior experience working with Indigenous groups in a professional capacity.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $118,508.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $43 and overtime rate of $64.5) 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 12:00PM MST May 13th, 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.