Heavy Equipment Operator V - Goose Project - 3X3 (3 Weeks On, 3 Weeks Off) - FIFO
B2Gold, a globally respected gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, is hiring for an Operator V - Open Pit at its Goose Project in Nunavut. This fly-in/fly-out role follows a 3x3 work rotation and includes full camp accommodations and travel. The position supports mining operations through safe and skilled operation of haul trucks and related equipment.
Position
Field
Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Operator V - Open Pit will operate mining equipment safely and efficiently, supporting daily production goals in varying conditions.
- Operate haul trucks, trailers, wiggle wagons, and related vehicles
- Conduct pre- and post-trip equipment inspections
- Report equipment issues affecting safety
- Communicate with team via radio or signals
- Attend daily toolbox safety meetings
- Work in all weather, including fog and snow
- Support civil works and construction tasks as assigned
Requirements
Qualified candidates should have experience in heavy equipment operation and a strong safety focus in remote or mining environments.
- Experience operating heavy equipment in mining or construction
- Grade 10 education with literacy and numeracy skills
- Class 5 driver's license preferred
- Heavy Equipment Operator ticket (asset)
- Experience in remote work settings
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers competitive compensation and benefits for this remote Operator V position in Nunavut.
- Estimated annual earnings: $105,417
- Hourly pay: $38.25 regular, $57.38 overtime
- Fly-in/fly-out travel support
- Camp accommodations during rotation
- Full group benefits package 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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