Open Pit - Heavy Equipment Technician

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

Open Pit Heavy Equipment Technician, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

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

Responsibilities

- Conduct both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on open-pit mining equipment—including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, drills, and shovels—and ensure clear communication throughout the process;

- Perform inspections, diagnostics, and pre-inspections of equipment and test repaired equipment for proper performance to meet or exceed manufacture’s specifications;

- Fabricate alternative componentry for equipment which will effectively and safely substitute for OEM parts;

- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems in accordance with equipment manuals and company standards;

- Accurately maintain service records, work orders, and parts usage in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); and

- Collaborate with the maintenance team to reduce downtime, operate tools and diagnostic equipment safely, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

- Five (5) years' experience, including apprenticeship,) with preference in working in remote areas, including arctic conditions;

- Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician; or Nunavut Certificate of Qualifications, in accordance with regulations; and

- Familiarity with open-pit and auxiliary equipment, along with proven experience as a Field Technician working on all CAT equipment, is required. Hands-on experience with Sandvik DR650 drills in a field-based maintenance or repair capacity is considered a strong asset.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $172,250.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $62.50 and overtime rate of $93.75) 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 12:00 AM MST September 22nd, 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.