Waste Management Operator - Goose Project - FIFO
B2Gold, a globally recognized senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, is hiring a Waste Management Operator for its Goose Project in Nunavut, Canada. This fly-in/fly-out opportunity operates on a 3x3 rotation and includes full camp accommodations. The role involves operating incinerators, sorting waste, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the incineration zones. With an estimated annual compensation of $97,149 and a full group benefits package, this role supports a critical component of site environmental management.
Position
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Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Waste Management Operator will manage incineration operations and support waste handling systems on-site:
- Operate and monitor incinerators for domestic, food, and non-hazardous industrial waste
- Collect and segregate recyclable and combustible waste for proper disposal
- Ensure compliance with territorial and federal environmental regulations
- Conduct inspections and perform routine maintenance on incineration equipment
- Track and record waste processing data including temperatures and volumes
- Sort waste and ensure no hazardous materials are incinerated
- Safely load waste, remove ash, and dispose of ash as per protocols
- Report equipment issues or safety/environmental concerns to the supervisor
- Maintain a clean and organized waste management area
Requirements
Qualified candidates should meet the following criteria for safe and effective waste management operations in a remote environment:
- Minimum 1 year of skilled labour experience in a remote camp setting
- Previous experience at a mine site preferred
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to read, write, and converse in functional English
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers a strong compensation and benefits package for this remote operations role:
- Estimated annual earnings of $97,149
- Regular hourly rate of $35.25, overtime at $52.88
- Comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents
- Fly-in/fly-out travel provided
- Camp accommodations included at Goose Project site
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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