Heavy Equipment Operator

**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._

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**Position**:

- Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO), Nunavut

**Location and Reporting Structure**:
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- Reporting to the Supervisor, Site Services this position will be a fly in
- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

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**Responsibilities**:

- Operate Heavy Equipment in a safe and efficient manner, such as maneuvering motorized heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials. Equipment including (but not limited to) Dozer, Track Hoe, Rock Truck, Graders, Loaders, and compactors;
- The safe and efficient operation of graders to maintain the airstrip;
- Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment;
- Communicate with supervisors about project specifications, mechanical issues and operate two‐way radios;
- Conduct pre & post operational inspections on equipment, report all deficiencies to supervisor;
- Clean, lubricate and refill equipment;
- Advise management of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements. Work with maintenance teams to complete scheduled and unscheduled repairs and maintenance of equipment as necessary;
- General laborer duties as assigned; and
- Follow all safety protocols with a desire to work cooperatively as part of a productive team.

**Desired Competencies and Requirements**:

- Five (5) years’ experience operating various equipment in an Arctic drill/blast rock greenfield construction environment, i.e. quarries, roads, plant sites, tank & camp pads, containment ponds, frozen core dams & open pits. Equipment including: D6‐D8 dozers, 200‐349 track hoes, 730 rock trucks, 14H‐14M graders, loaders & compactors;
- Highschool diploma or equivalent required;
- Valid driver’s license required (class 3 considered an asset); and
- Completion of Heavy Equipment Operator program considered an asset.

**Compensation and Benefits**:
For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $99,216.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $36.00 and overtime rate of $54) 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**:
**Closing Date**: