Mine Engineer – Open Pit

The Company

B2Gold is a responsible international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, the Goose Project under construction in northern Canada, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland.

Position

Mine Engineer – Open Pit, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Senior Mine Engineer – Open Pit, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

· Develop daily, weekly, and three-month rolling mine plans to align operations with quarterly forecasts and yearly budgets;

· Optimize pit and dump designs, ensuring compliance with geotechnical design parameters and pit phasing while minimizing dilution and maximizing ore extraction;

· Design and layout drill patterns for mining operations and collaborate with explosive supply contractors to optimize blast performance;

· Plan and manage water handling systems within the open pit to maintain safe and efficient operations;

· Assist in strategic mine planning, quarterly forecasting, and identifying opportunities for operational efficiency gains and cost savings;

· Ensure a safe workplace by following best practices and participating in company-wide safety programs; and

· Prepare and submit clear and detailed daily, weekly, and monthly reports while maintaining effective relationships with employees, contractors, and consultants.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

· Five (5) years of open pit mining experience in hard rock mining; preferably in a northern mining environment, and versed in all aspects of mine engineering application;

· Bachelor's degree in geological/mine engineering (BASc);

· Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and membership in the Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist or ability to obtain same. Professional registration is mandatory; and

· Proficiency in mine planning and design software – Deswik, CAD, IS and OPDB preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the annual salary for the role is $160,000.00.

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 17th, 2025, 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $160,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person