Job Description

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

Underground Mine Captain, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Superintendent, Underground Mining, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

Coordinate underground mining activities, including supervision, drilling, loading, blasting, mucking, ground support, backfilling operations, and construction, focusing on continuing to raise the personal accountability of all team members; Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies; Develop operational plans to ensure short-term and mid-range targets are safely met. Work with Technical Services to create weekly and monthly mining plans that are achievable and support the 3-month forecast; Support, mentor, and coach underground supervisors; Lead daily and weekly safety meetings and toolbox talks; Identify and mitigate potential hazards to safety and production, employ mitigation strategies to reduce impacts; Collaborate with Maintenance and Technical Services to meet production and development plans; Conduct regular inspections of work areas, equipment, and ground conditions; Manage crew staffing levels, schedules, and vacation; Monitor and report on production metrics; and Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions. Maintain accurate shift reports and operational logs.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

Six (6) years of underground mining experience with a minimum of two (2) years as a Shift Boss or Supervisor; Bachelor's Degree in Mine Engineering, or Diploma in Mining Technology is considered an asset - relevant work experience will be accepted in lieu; Demonstrated understanding of underground mining methods, equipment, and ground control practices; Proficient in mining related software such as Deswik (CAD, Sched, IS), Ventsim, Pumpsim, Unwedge, etc; knowledge of surface mining and Alimak Raise survey is an asset; and Experience using Sandvik ISure Drill planning tools and Jumbo bolting is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the annual salary for the role is $188,000.00.



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 June 3rd, 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.