Emergency Response & Safety Advisor

B2GOLD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Company B2Gold is a responsible international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, the Goose Project under construction in northern Canada, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland. Position Emergency Response & Safety Advisor, Nunavut Location and Reporting Structure Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, Back River, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Requirements

Five (5) years progressive Health & Safety experience which included responsibility for Emergency Response in the mining industry, preference for those that have coordinated these activities at a remote site;
Post Secondary Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or extensive credentialling in Health and Safety practice.
NFPA 1001, NFPA 1002 certifications, Emergency Response Training, First Aid and CPR certification and a Nunavut Workers Safety and Compensation Committee (WSCC) Supervisor Level I certification or ability to obtain same are required;

Nice To Haves

Certified to provide Surface and Underground Mine Rescue training, Aircraft Accident Rescue and Firefighting (AARF) Training, is an asset.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe environment for all project employees, contractors and visitors. Promote and implement controls to ensure compliance with relevant acts/regulations, promote continuous improvement of performance through Health & Safety Programs and Procedures;
Conduct safety-related inspections, assist with incident investigations and aid departments with job hazard analysis development to ensure compliance with relevant acts/regulations and B2Gold Nunavut’s Health & Safety Program;
Maintain/develop emergency response plans, ensuring they align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements;
Identify potential safety hazards and assess risks, then integrate these findings into emergency/safety plans;
Coordinate/manage emergency responses, ensuring efficient deployment, communication, and the adherence to established protocols.
Maintain accurate records of emergency response activities, including incident reports, training records, and equipment maintenance logs.