IT Specialist

The Company

B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, a mine under construction in northern Canada and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland. B2Gold forecasts total consolidated gold production of between 860,000 and 940,000 ounces in 2024.

Position

IT Specialist, Nunavut  

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Manager, Information Technology this position will be a fly in- fly out 6x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement large-scale IT projects that align with company goals and industry standards;
• Configure and operate firewalls, switches, access points and similar data network equipment;
• Set up, configure, and maintain computers and other end user IT equipment;
• Support Mine site end users with their IT needs and maintain data networks;
• Operating server infrastructure and configuring the IT environment of the mine site;
• Develop and maintain robust network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls to protect company assets and information;
• Manage and configure radio communications, firewalls, and access points;
• Program and maintain software solutions for information processing and verification of their correct functioning;
• Analyze processes and manage model development;
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in security and ICS; and
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Desired Competencies and Requirements   

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field;
• Experience working on a remote site with limited access to resources;
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Information Technology with a focus on the mining industry;
• Proven experience with routing, switching and wireless technologies;
• Experience with end user support and associated endpoint management technologies;
• Willingness to work on a rotational basis at a remote site adapting to challenging environments and fluctuating work schedules;
• Experience with Windows Server systems, virtualization, and enterprise IT infrastructure; and
• Certification in relevant technologies, such as CISSP, CCNA or CCNP, is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $124,709.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $45.25 and overtime rate of $67.88) 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 April 26th, 2024, 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.