Heavy Equipment Operator - Goose Project - 3X3 (3 Weeks On, 3 Weeks Off) - FIFO
B2Gold, a global senior gold producer based in Vancouver, is seeking a Senior Operator, Multi Equipment - Civil for its Goose Project site in Nunavut. This fly-in/fly-out position operates on a 3x3 rotation and includes camp accommodations and travel support. The role involves operating a wide range of heavy equipment in Arctic civil works projects.
Position
Field
Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Senior Operator is responsible for safe and effective operation of multiple types of heavy civil equipment at the Goose Project site.
- Operate equipment: dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders, loaders, compactors
- Perform excavation and material placement per specs
- Read and follow project blueprints
- Inspect and maintain equipment regularly
- Report equipment issues or hazards
- Ensure clean work areas and tool storage
- Work with supervisors and team to meet project goals
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures
Requirements
Applicants must be experienced in multi-equipment operation with a strong understanding of civil construction in Arctic environments.
- Minimum 5 years operating equipment: 320-349 Excavator, D5-D8 Dozer, 730 Rock Truck, 14m Grader, Loader, Compactor
- Heavy Equipment Certification (asset)
- Experience in remote Arctic conditions preferred
- Experience working with Indigenous communities (asset)
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers a competitive benefits package for this fly-in/fly-out civil operator role in Nunavut.
- Estimated annual earnings: $118,508
- Hourly rates: $43 regular, $64.50 overtime
- Camp accommodations provided
- Fly-in/fly-out travel included
- Full group benefits for employees and dependents
Worksite/Project
Goose Project
The Goose Gold Project is a high-grade gold mine development in Nunavut’s Back River District, currently under construction by B2Gold Corporation. Acquired in 2022 through B2Gold’s acquisition of Sabina Gold & Silver Corp., the Goose site is positioned to become one of Canada’s next significant gold producers. Situated approximately 520 km northeast of Yellowknife, the Goose Project is designed as a fly-in/fly-out operation with a seasonal winter road for bulk supplies and a permanent airstrip for personnel transport. The project includes a centralized processing facility, open-pit and underground mining infrastructure, and a fully equipped camp with rotational accommodations. The project is creating hundreds of jobs in construction, trades, camp services, logistics, environmental monitoring, and mine operations. As Nunavut’s mining sector continues to grow, the Goose Gold Project offers long-term employment, community development, and high-grade resource development in one of Canada’s most promising gold belts.
Goose ProjectEmployer Hiring
B2Gold
B2Gold Corporation is a Vancouver-based senior gold mining company with a strong presence in international markets and a growing footprint in Canada’s mining sector. Founded in 2007, B2Gold has built a reputation for responsible gold production through successful operations in Mali, Namibia, and the Philippines, while expanding into Canada through the development of the Goose Project in Nunavut. The Goose Project, part of the Back River Gold District, marks B2Gold’s first Canadian mining development. Located in Nunavut’s remote Kitikmeot Region, this high-grade open-pit and underground gold mine is set to begin production in 2025, bringing hundreds of skilled trades, technical, and fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) jobs to Northern Canada. The mine is expected to produce over 300,000 ounces of gold annually, making it a cornerstone of B2Gold’s long-term strategy. With a head office in Vancouver, BC, B2Gold supports Canada’s mining industry not only through resource development but also by championing ESG standards, Indigenous partnerships, and environmental responsibility. The company engages closely with Inuit communities through the Kitikmeot Inuit Association and integrates traditional knowledge into its operations.
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