Health & Safety Advisor

at  B2Gold Nunavut

COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Five (5) years of experience in a Health and Safety Officer role with significant experience in underground operations, training on H&S courses, in the mining or construction industry;
• Post Secondary Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety;
• A Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation or equivalent; and
• Completion of WSCC Supervisor Level II.

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.

• Ensure a safe environment for all project employees, contractors, and visitors. Promote and implement controls to ensure compliance with relevant acts and regulations, promote continuous improvement of performance through Health & Safety programs and procedures;
• Conduct regular assessments of underground workplaces to identify potential health and safety hazards;
• Collaborate with mine engineers and geologists to assess ground stability and subsidence risks;
• Conduct safety related inspections, assist with incident investigations, and aid departments with job hazard analysis development to ensure compliance of relevant acts, regulations, and B2Gold Nunavut’s Health & Safety programs;
• Facilitate H&S related courses including but not limited to; site safety induction, first aid, mine rescue, and WHMIS;
• Implement strategies to monitor and maintain proper ventilation in underground mining areas;
• Perform theoretical training in a classroom environment and practical training at the worksite on Heavy Equipment; and
• Develop, maintain and update training programs, evaluations, and position-based training matrixes.