Underground Miner - Goose Project - 3x3 Fly-In / Fly-Out
B2Gold, a reputable international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is hiring Underground Construction Miner I for its Goose Project currently under construction in Nunavut, Canada. This fly-in fly-out (FIFO) opportunity operates on a 3x3 rotation and offers estimated annual earnings of $172,250 with a competitive hourly rate and overtime pay. The role provides camp accommodations and travel arrangements to support a productive, safe, and efficient underground construction mining environment.
Position
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Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Underground Construction Miner I will lead and perform a wide range of underground construction activities to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Provide leadership and direction to the underground construction crew.
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and offer guidance for safe and efficient execution.
- Operate underground mining equipment such as boom truck, scissor lift, shotcrete sprayer, transmixer, scooptram, telehandler, and underground light vehicles.
- Conduct thorough pre/post-operational inspections, reporting any deficiencies or damages.
- Perform underground construction tasks including wall and bulkhead construction, shotcrete application, concrete forming and pouring, backfill preparation, infrastructure and mine services installations, and general construction work.
- Recognize ground conditions and follow protocols for poor ground conditions.
- Accurately and promptly report shift details to the Shift Supervisor.
- Read and follow construction prints, providing feedback for planning improvements.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas to support safety and efficiency.
Requirements
Qualified candidates for the Underground Construction Miner I role must meet the following requirements:
- Seven years of construction mining experience with proven proficiency in key tasks.
- Trades certification (such as Welding or Carpentry) is favorable.
- Valid First Aid certificate and blasting ticket within a Canadian jurisdiction.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers a comprehensive benefits package to support its underground construction team:
- Estimated annual earnings of $172,250.00 for 2184 scheduled hours (regular hourly rate of $62.50, overtime rate of $93.75).
- Fly-in fly-out 3x3 rotation for work-life balance.
- Camp accommodations provided at the Goose Project site.
- Flights and travel support for remote site access.
- Opportunity to work for a reputable international senior gold producer with multiple operating mines and development projects.
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.
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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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