Supervisor, Health & Safety

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

Supervisor, Health and Safety - MLA, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure 

Reporting to the Manager, Health and Safety this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities 

•    Ensure all mining operations comply with health and safety regulations, industry standards, and B2Gold Nunavut’s policies;
•    Implement, and recommend improvements safety policies and procedures in alignment with best practices and legal requirements;
•    Monitor and enforce compliance with OHS regulations across marine laydown areas, aerodromes, and logistical operations; Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments;
•    Coordinate and oversee emergency response activities; Work closely with contractors, Marine Laydown Area site leadership, and management to identify and mitigate safety risks;
•    Conduct routine safety inspections and audits of mining sites, equipment, and facilities to identify hazards;
•    Lead investigations into workplace accidents, near-misses, and hazardous conditions. Identify root causes of incidents and develop corrective and preventive measures;
•    Develop and conduct safety training programs for employees, contractors, and supervisors on topics such as hazard recognition, emergency response, and proper equipment use; and
•    Create emergency response plans, ensuring readiness for incidents such as fires, explosions, or medical emergencies.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Five (5) years’ experience in Occupational Health & Safety including two (2) years’ experience in a lead role;
•    Post Secondary Technical Diploma in Health, Safety or Industrial Hygiene;
•    Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST); Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) preferred;
•    Emergency response training/certification; ability to certify as a Nunavut ERT Coordinator. Train-the-Trainer certification preferred; 
•    Familiarity with regulatory frameworks for marine and logistical hubs, private aerodromes, and winter ice road construction. 
 
                                     

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this role is $153,700.00 annually. 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 MT March 14th, 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.