Emergency Response & Safety Advisor

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

Emergency Response & Safety Advisor, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure 

Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, Back River, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities 

•    Ensure a safe environment for all project employees, contractors and visitors. Promote and implement controls to ensure compliance with relevant acts/regulations, promote continuous improvement of performance through Health & Safety Programs and Procedures;
•    Conduct safety-related inspections, assist with incident investigations and aid departments with job hazard analysis development to ensure compliance with relevant acts/regulations and B2Gold Nunavut’s Health & Safety Program;
•    Maintain/develop emergency response plans, ensuring they align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements;
•    Identify potential safety hazards and assess risks, then integrate these findings into emergency/safety plans;
•    Coordinate/manage emergency responses, ensuring efficient deployment, communication, and the adherence to established protocols.
•    Maintain accurate records of emergency response activities, including incident reports, training records, and equipment maintenance logs.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

•    Five (5) years progressive Health & Safety experience which included responsibility for Emergency Response in the mining industry, preference for those that have coordinated these activities at a remote site;
•    Post Secondary Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or extensive credentialling in Health and Safety practice.
•    NFPA 1001, NFPA 1002 certifications, Emergency Response Training, First Aid and CPR certification and a Nunavut Workers Safety and Compensation Committee (WSCC) Supervisor Level I certification or ability to obtain same are required; Certified to provide Surface and Underground Mine Rescue training, Aircraft Accident Rescue and Firefighting (AARF) Training, is an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

For informational purposes, the estimated annual earnings are $152,269.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (combined regular hourly rate of $55.25 and overtime rate of $82.88) 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 July 2nd, 2026, 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.