Supervisor, Underground Electrical

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

Supervisor, Underground Electrical, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and assist in the installation, maintenance, repair, and commissioning of underground electrical systems, including transformers, switchgear, communication systems, conduits, cables, and other related equipment/infrastructure in compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), B2Gold Nunavut’s safety policies and procedures and other applicable regulations;
• Supervise the installation, testing, and startup of instrumentation and control systems, and manage document control to ensure updates to electrical schematics are recorded accurately;
• Ensure all electrical work complies with Nunavut and federal regulations related to underground electrical work, including OSHA and NFPA standards, and lead the development of the department’s procedures and safe work instructions (SWI);
• Conduct regular safety inspections and hazard assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks and conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for underground mine electrical activities;
• Oversee daily shift operations, assign tasks based on individual skills and project requirements, ensuring optimal team performance and resource allocation;
• Engage with the Technical Services and the Mine Maintenance departments to ensure equipment is fit for use and plan preventative maintenance requirements with a focus on meeting short and long term targets;
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all work performed, including installations, maintenance activities, repairs, and safety incidents; and
• Oversee the correct use and storage of high voltage PPE and coordinate the re-certification intervals.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

• Seven (7) years’ experience working with underground electrical systems and three (2) years of experience in a lead hand role;
• Red Seal Journeyperson Industrial Electrician certification; familiarity with reading electrical schematics and prints is required, with preference given to those with a working knowledge of the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in mining operations; and
• A Nunavut WSCC Supervisory Level II qualification, or ability to obtain same.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $164,340.28 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $59.63 and overtime rate of $89.45) 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 September 27th, 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.