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 Miner III, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

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

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of underground mining equipment including, but not limited to: scooptram (6yd, 8yd and 10yd), haul truck (30t and 51t), underground LV, scissor lift, boomtruck, and telehandler in accordance with site standard operating procedures;

Complete thorough pre/post-operational inspections of equipment, reporting deficiencies or damage to the Shift Supervisor;

Conduct thorough post-blast inspections to assess safety and operational readiness. Identify ground conditions and implement appropriate protocols for managing poor ground conditions;

Perform mucking out of development rounds efficiently. Manage the transportation of ore and waste to ensure smooth workflow and compliance with safety standards;

Scale, bolt, and screen development rounds, slashes, and benches to maintain mine integrity. Install necessary ground support systems to ensure safe and stable operations;

Safely handle and load explosives for development rounds, adhering to all safety protocols; Prepare mining faces properly to optimize blasting and subsequent activities;

Accurately document and report shift details to the Shift Supervisor in a timely manner; Perform offsider and auxiliary tasks to support the overall mining operations; and

Maintain a high level of housekeeping in the underground mine.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

Three (3) years of development mining experience with demonstrated proficiency in relevant tasks;

Proficiency in operating and maintaining underground mining equipment;

Blasting ticket in a Canadian jurisdiction and a valid First Aid certificate is required; and

Strong safety mindset, excellent communication skills, and ability to follow instructions from supervisors.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $137,800.00for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $50 and overtime rate of $75) 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 12:00AM MST March 7th, 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Schedule:

Overtime
Work Location: In person