Water Technician - Goose Project - FIFO - 3/3 Work Rotations
B2Gold, a globally respected senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, is seeking a Water Technician (Desalination) to support operations at its Goose Project in Nunavut. This fly-in/fly-out position operates on a 3x3 rotation with full camp accommodations provided. The technician will manage and maintain desalination systems, conduct water quality testing, and ensure full compliance with safety and environmental protocols. With an estimated annual compensation of $154,336 and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is ideal for experienced water treatment professionals seeking remote Arctic experience.
Position
Field
Trades & TechniciansWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Water Technician will ensure safe and efficient desalination and water treatment processes on site:
- Operate and monitor reverse osmosis (RO) and other desalination systems
- Conduct water sampling and quality testing per regulatory standards
- Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control components
- Record operations, maintenance, and water quality data accurately
- Assist with system upgrades, modifications, and installations
- Ensure compliance with environmental and health & safety protocols
- Respond to system breakdowns and manage shutdown/start-up processes
- Collaborate with environmental, maintenance, and site operations teams
Requirements
Qualified candidates must demonstrate experience in water treatment systems, especially in remote environments:
- 5 years' experience operating desalination or industrial water treatment systems
- Technical diploma or certificate in Water Treatment, Environmental Technology, or similar field
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with SCADA/PLC-controlled systems
Perks and Benefits
B2Gold offers competitive compensation and benefits for remote water treatment professionals:
- Estimated annual earnings of $154,336
- Hourly pay: $56.00 regular, $84.00 overtime
- Comprehensive group benefits for employees and dependents
- Fly-in/fly-out travel provided
- Camp accommodations fully provided 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.
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B2Gold
B2Gold Corp. is a Vancouver-based gold producer, publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, NYSE American, and Namibian Stock Exchange under the tickers BTO, BTG, and B2G. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, the company operates four gold mines: the Fekola mine in Mali, the Goose mine in Canada, the Masbate mine in the Philippines, and the Otjikoto mine in Namibia, and it also holds a portfolio of exploration and development projects across several countries. In Canada, B2Gold operates the Goose mine, a remote gold operation located in the Back River Gold District of Nunavut, which reached commercial production in October 2025 and is supplied by a seasonal winter ice road for fuel and materials. As a remote northern mine, Goose relies on fly-in fly-out operations and is one of the newest gold mines in the Canadian Arctic. B2Gold continues to advance growth and exploration projects around its operating mines, including the Fekola Regional expansion in Mali and further development within the Back River district in Nunavut.
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