Environmental Technician - MLA

at  B2Gold Nunavut

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.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Two (2) years of environmental science work experience on either a remote construction of mining site, with arctic knowledge and experience being a significant asset;
• Diploma in Geology, Environmental Sciences or Engineering;
• Professional certification through the Canadian Environmental Certification Approvals Board as an Environment Practitioner-in-training (EPt);
• Possession and Acquisition License (PAL), and
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analysis software.

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.

• Conduct regular environmental monitoring of air, water, soil, and vegetation around mining sites;
• Collect and analyzes soils, tundra, waste pit and groundwater samples required for drafting technical reports;
• Compile and analyze environmental data to assess the impact of mining activities;
• Assist with the Coordination and the implementation of environmental monitoring (as required by permits and authorizations) and baseline programs required for the environmental assessment and permitting process;
• Provide support with development and implementation of an environmental management system and ensure adherence to the system;
• Assist and direct spill response cleanup activities and maintain compliance with permit requirements;
• Support MLA personnel as it relates to wildlife response activities;
• Develop and enhance waste management policies and procedures at the MLA. Assist subcontractors with field work;
• Collaborate with site management in the proper execution of project deliverables and tasks whilst adhering to environmental best practices;
• Collect and analyzes soils, tundra, waste pit and groundwater samples required for drafting technical reports; and
• Assists with preparation of additional permits and approvals, or amendments as required.