Superintendent, Winter Ice Road - MLA

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

Superintendent, Winter Ice Road - MLA, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Operations Manager, MLA, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation except at peak times where it is 4X2 ( estimated 4 times a year) based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction plans, including route selection, timeline, budget, and resource allocation;
• Direct the construction and preparation of ice roads for transportation, this involves evaluating ice thickness, overseeing snow removal, leveling the surface, and guaranteeing safe passage for vehicles and equipment;
• Oversee the mobilization of equipment and personnel for the construction phase, ensuring that all activities adhere to the planned schedule and budget;
• Plan and coordinate the logistics for the transportation of materials, equipment, and personnel via the ice road;
• Conduct regular inspections of the ice road to monitor conditions, identify potential hazards, and plan maintenance activities;
• Interpret and monitor ice thickness data to determine maximum permitted vehicle size;
• Assist in planning and implementation of work plans, and safe operating procedures, manage recovery of transport trucks when required;
• Supervise the implementation of maintenance tasks, including ice thickness measurement, surface repairs, and snow removal;
• Conduct regular safety inspections, hazard assessments, and emergency drills to ensure preparedness for potential incidents; and
• Enforce a strict safety-focused work environment, ensuring compliance with B2Gold’s policies and procedures. 

Desired Competencies and Requirements

• Ten (10) years’ experience in heavy equipment operation, winter road construction and earthworks with a minimum of four (4) years as a Supervisor;  
• A ticket as a Heavy Equipment Operator or extensive supplemental experience in a variety of heavy equipment used for Civil and Earthworks construction;
• A Nunavut WSCC Supervisory Level II qualification, or ability to obtain same; and
• Previous experience working on a remote site in Arctic conditions with limited access to resources, is desirable.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the annual salary for the role is $200,000.00 plus 15% Bonus.

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 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.