ABOUT THE COMPANY
B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has three operating gold mines and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Canada, Mali, the Philippines, Namibia, Columbia, Finland, and Uzbekistan. This year, B2Gold forecasts gold production to be 1,000,000- 1,080,000 ounces.
ABOUT THE POSITION
We are seeking 1 individual to start on July 7th, and 1 to start on July 28th, 2023.
The Supervisor, Maintenance works closely with site teams to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance and repair of mining equipment by Welders, Heavy Equipment Technicians and Automotive Service Technicians.
Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance, the Supervisor, Maintenance aids in the management of a multidisciplinary crew of qualified tradespersons to conduct the scheduled and unscheduled repair and maintenance of equipment. They will ensure compliance of site safety policies while providing guidance regarding accurate maintenance procedures to the team working on a rotational basis (3x3) in a remote camp setting.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance, duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of maintenance team, including (but not limited to) Automotive Service & Heavy Equipment Technicians and Welders to ensure the safe and efficient scheduled and unscheduled repair of site equipment;
- Ensure work is being completed properly by team members and providing guidance to team members as required. Verify the appropriate procedures prior to taking action and communicating clearly to the team expectations of work;
- Prioritize work order requests with the Superintendent, Maintenance to organize jobs & execute according to level of urgency & weekly schedule. Interface regularly with teams across site to schedule maintenance activities;
- Review work orders & key performance indicators (KPI’s) and decide on corrective measures to be taken and communicate effectively to the team;
- Requisition materials and supplies; and
- Lead by example by executing best operational practices daily.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have experience working in remote settings with limited access to resources. Additionally, they will have:
- Five (5) years of post-qualification experience, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Lead Hand, preferably in an isolated remote setting with limited access to parts and resources;
- Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Nunavut Heavy Equipment Technician CoQ, supplemented with supervisory course work; and
- Experience in maintenance planning using computerized maintenance software’s, proven organizational skills, and familiarity with industry terminology, is considered an asset.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary for this role is $179,140.00 annually. Competitive benefits and travel compensation will be discussed with the successful candidate.
APPLICATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume via Indeed.
Kitikmeot Inuit, Nunavut Inuit and Residents receive priority hiring consideration, if one these categories applies, please state it after the reference number in the subject line.
We thank all for their interest but are only considering applicants with working rights in Canada.
We will retain application material on file for future vacancies (openings within 6-12 months) for consideration; however, you are encouraged to apply to any opening you may be suited for. If selected to move forward a member of our team will be in touch.
CLOSING DATE
This posting will remain open until 12:00AM MST June 8, 2023 unless a suitable candidate is not found; however, we encourage interested applicants to submit their resumes ASAP in order to be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $179,140.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person
