Supervisor, Underground Development
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
Supervisor, Underground Development, Nunavut
Location and Reporting Structure
Reporting to the Underground Mine Captain, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.
Responsibilities
• Lead, supervise, and develop a multidisciplinary underground mining crew, including drillers, bolters, operators, blasters, and service personnel, fostering a high‑performance culture through clear direction, coaching, and ongoing support;
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and company regulatory requirements, proactively reinforcing safe work practices through daily/weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and consistent workforce engagement;
• Identify, assess, and mitigate hazards impacting safety or production, implementing strategies to reduce operational risks and supporting continuous improvement in underground development activities;
• Plan and manage operational activities by participating in weekly planning sessions, validating production forecasts, coordinating with Maintenance, and ensuring resources, equipment, and schedules align to meet development targets;
• Conduct routine inspections of work areas, equipment condition, and ground stability, ensuring issues are identified early and addressed promptly, while monitoring and reporting key development performance metrics; and
• Lead and support incident investigations, ensure implementation of corrective actions, and maintain accurate and timely shift reports and operational documentation to uphold accountability, learning, and operational transparency.
Desired Competencies and Requirements
• Minimum of five (5) years of underground development mining experience, including demonstrated Lead Hand experience, preferably with jumbo bolting expertise, in a remote mining environment;
• Valid Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) Underground Shiftboss or Underground Supervisor Level II and valid First Aid certification;
• Strong understanding of underground mining methods, equipment, ground control practices, and key operational performance indicators;
• Beneficial experience in underground mine surveying, ventilation systems, and dewatering processes;
• Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a high‑performing crew; and
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with MS Office, operational reporting tools, and SAP.
Compensation and Benefits
For informational purposes, the annual salary for the role is $195,000.00.
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 March 9th, 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.