Director, Marine Laydown Area

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

Director, Marine Laydown Area, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the General Manager, Goose Site this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all MLA operational activities including logistics, warehousing, equipment & facility maintenance, Winter Ice Road (WIR) construction and ground transportation, local camp management and health safety & environment;
• Plan, schedule and coordinate the offloading and transfer of fuel, materials, supplies and equipment from marine ships, vessels and barges to shore; optimize logistical processes to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness;
• Manage the storage, cataloguing, inventorying and eventual disbursements of fuel, materials, supplies and equipment.
• Lead the construction of winter ice road (WIR). Ensure all construction activities are carried out safely, on time, and within budget;
• Direct the transportation and logistics of the WIR, including relocation of equipment, products, and supplies from MLA to their final destination;
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard personnel, assets, and reputation; and
• Provide leadership and guidance to all MLA divisions either directly through local, or indirectly, through functional leadership and foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. 

Desired Competencies and Requirements

• Fifteen (15) years of work experience in transportation, construction or logistics; with a minimum of five (5) years in a management capacity; including, planning, organizing, and directing the work of staff and contracted services.
• Bachelor’s degree in administration, logistics, engineering; or significant additional vocational experience and credentialling in these fields;
• A Project Management Professional (PMP) or a Professional Logistician (P.Log) designation, are consideration factors; and
• Specialized experience in marine, air and ground transportation and ice road construction is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

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 August 13th, 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.