Operator, Water & Sewage Treatment Plant
Job No:
10251
Location:
Kitikmeot Region, Nunavut
The Company
B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has three operating gold mines and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Canada, Mali, the Philippines, Namibia, Columbia, Finland, and Uzbekistan. This year, B2Gold forecasts gold production to be 1,000,000- 1,080,000 ounces.
Position
Operator, Water & Sewage Treatment Plant, Nunavut
Location and Reporting Structure
Reporting to the Camp Manager or Designate, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all systems, mechanics, equipment, is maintained and in good working order;
- Responsible for daily operations and maintenance of sewage treatment plant, water plant, and lift stations;
- Operate the water treatment system including pumps, valves, filters, instrumentation and control strategy, chemical analysis, and alarms;
- Monitor process parameters and conditions including pressures, turbidity, free chlorine, flow rates;
- Understand biological and chemical requirements outlined in the operating permit and understanding of biology and chemistry as it pertains to the operation of the STP;
- Maintain data logging of process parameters and collect water samples for third party laboratory analysis;
- Follow maintenance plans and schedules for equipment and perform online and secondary monitoring equipment calibration;
- Understand the STP and septic tank physical operation, process flow, pumps, valves, instrumentation, UV System, and interaction with the lift stations;
- Perform preventative maintenance as described and schedule per the Operators Manual;
- Monitor system parameters and record data in an electronic log file;
- Review third party laboratory results and record data in electronic file and investigate results that may be outside the normal operating range;
- Monitor system parameters and record data in an electronic log file and identify potential concerns early and address and troubleshoot problems as they arise;
- Maintain and repair heating and cooling systems and verify laboratory equipment and calibrations;
- Understand lift station operation and interaction with septic tanks and STP;
- Maintain Lift Station Pumps and Floats ensuring they are cleaned and in good working order at regular intervals per maintenance schedule and pump hours;
- Maintain spare pumps and other components to ensure lift stations operate without production interruption; and
- Adhere to all B2Gold Nunavut safety policies and procedures.
Competencies and Requirements
- Five (5) years of treatment plant operator experience working in a remote site with limited access to resources;
- Canadian Water Treatment Plant Operator Level II or equivalent required, red seal Journeyman ticket preferred; and
- Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data management systems.
Compensation and Benefits
For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $146,068.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $53.00 and overtime rate of $79.50) 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 Aug 31st, 2023, 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.