Heavy Equipment Operator - Goose Project - FIFO - 3/3 Work Rotations
B2Gold, a respected international senior gold producer based in Vancouver, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) for its Marine Laydown Area (MLA) at the Goose Project in Nunavut. This fly-in/fly-out role operates on a 3x3 rotation with full camp accommodations. The HEO will operate a variety of heavy machinery to support material handling and construction tasks in an Arctic mining environment. With annual earnings estimated at $108,173 and a full benefits package, this is a great opportunity for skilled operators with remote and greenfield experience.
Position
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Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Heavy Equipment Operator will safely operate machinery to support site development and operations:
- Operate dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders, loaders, and compactors
- Safely load and offload rocks, debris, and materials
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team via radio
- Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections; report deficiencies
- Lubricate, clean, and refuel equipment as needed
- Advise management of repairs, upgrades, or replacement needs
- Follow all safety procedures and support a cooperative team environment
Requirements
Qualified candidates should meet the following requirements for Arctic heavy equipment operations:
- Minimum 3 years' experience operating heavy equipment in Arctic or greenfield environments
- Hands-on experience with D6-D8 dozers, 200-349 track hoes, 730 rock trucks, 14H-14M graders, loaders, and compactors
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver's license (Class 3 preferred)
- Completion of a Heavy Equipment Operator training program considered an asset
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers competitive compensation and remote-site benefits to support this operational role:
- Estimated annual earnings of $108,173
- Regular hourly wage: $39.25; Overtime: $58.88
- Comprehensive benefits plan for employees and dependents
- Fly-in/fly-out travel provided to and from Nunavut
- Camp accommodations included at the Marine Laydown Area, Goose Project
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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