B2Gold Corp., headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is the world’s new largest gold producer. Founded in 2007, B2Gold today operates three gold mines and has a strong portfolio of exploration and development project assets in various countries, including Mali, Namibia, Philippines, Colombia.
POSITION 1: Drilling and blasting engineer
Fekola SA, one of its subsidiaries in Mali is looking for a:
Drilling and blasting engineer
Tasks and responsibilities:
The primary function of the Drilling and Blasting Engineer is to assist the Mining Department in the development of mining plans in accordance with the annual objectives of the Fekola Complex and to provide comprehensive, accurate and timely technical support for safe execution. , cost-effective and environmentally friendly approved mining plans. This includes aspects of drilling and blasting, production, planning and monitoring, reporting and analysis, cost monitoring, design of mining facilities (pits, dumps, stockpiles, infrastructure, etc.) and monitoring of field execution against to the design.
Reporting to the Chief Mining Engineer, the position will be based at the Fekola site in Mali.
Specific tasks:
Training:
- Train and supervise engineers, graduate engineers and interns within the mining department.
- Contribute to cross-training the engineering team.
Use of software:
- Effectively use software to accomplish tasks described in the job description, including:
- MineSight
- Deswik
- Alastri
- O-Pit Blast
- BlastMap
- Thor
- Collaborate with drilling and blasting specific software vendors to implement the latest updates for the drilling and blasting engineering team, propose improvements to vendors and resolve potential issues, as well as organize any necessary training (with the approval of the Chief Mining Engineer).
Job specific responsibilities:
- Design and optimize detailed blasting patterns, ensuring compliance with Master Blasting Plans.
- Propose blasting patterns, plan drilling, prepare blast loading sheets and implement connection plans.
- Coordinate closely with the Drilling and Blasting Superintendent to adjust field patterns as needed.
- Thoroughly document all changes to individual blasting plans and ensure their correct integration.
Skills and Job Requirements:
- Diploma in mining engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in drilling and blasting application, with at least 1 year of practical field experience.
- Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience using software specific to the mining sector is an asset.
- Possesses driving skills and holds a valid driver’s license.
We thank all candidates for their interest in Fekola SA. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The feminine candidacies are deeply encouraged. B2Gold prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives and continuously works to find profiles that match the demographics of the respective national contexts in which we operate, works to develop an inclusive culture that attracts global talent entire. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Deadline for sending applications: June 28, 2024 at 5 p.m..
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POSITION 2: Mining Engineer
Tasks and responsibilities:
The primary function of the Mining Engineer is to assist the Mining Department in the development of mining plans in accordance with the annual objectives of the Fekola Complex and to provide comprehensive, accurate and timely technical support for the safe, cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach to approved mining plans. This includes aspects of drilling and blasting, production, planning and monitoring, reporting and analysis, cost monitoring, design of mining facilities (pits, dumps, stockpiles, infrastructure, etc.) and monitoring of field execution against to the design.
Reporting to the Chief Mining Engineer, the position will be based at the Fekola site in Mali.
Specific tasks:
Training
- Train and supervise graduate engineers and interns within the Mining department.
- Helping with the versatility of the engineering team.
Use of software
- Use software such as MineSight, Deswik, Alastri, O-Pit Blast, BlastMap and Thor to effectively complete the tasks described in the position.
Daily reports
- Compile and distribute daily internal (DPR) and external (DPS) production reports, keeping distribution lists up to date.
- Investigate data discrepancies and resolve issues with data providers.
Daily planning
- Develop and distribute executable daily plans and verify that requirements are met to enable execution of the plan.
- Manage daily computer files in collaboration with other departments.
- Complete and distribute daily critical tasks and reporting requirements.
- Complete and distribute the 24-hour plan.
Planning and management of pits and landfills
- Monitor short-term progress and compliance with pit and landfill designs, and communicate observed deviations.
Project works
- Prepare and communicate executable project packages for required works, including design of drainage systems, roads, landfill rehabilitation, etc.
- Support the execution of projects in the field through regular verifications.
Weekly planning
- Contribute to weekly planning meetings, including gathering information and proposing sequences.
Data analysis
- Review daily data to identify opportunities for improvement and understand the underlying causes of variances.
Compliance with weekly plan
- Track daily compliance to weekly planning, propose solutions to rectify deviations and report overall compliance.
Work design
- Create and distribute short-term designs necessary to execute the Two Week Plan (2WP).
Environment
- Provide topsoil clearing and stripping areas to the mining team as needed.
- Monitor environmental compliance of clearing and topsoil stripping work.
Contribution to the development of blasting plans
- Contribute to the development of blasting plans, including information on sequences and potential opportunities.
Skills and Job Requirements:
- Diploma in mining engineering.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mining engineering application, including at least 1 year of practical field experience.
- Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience using software specific to the mining sector is an asset.
- Possesses driving skills and holds a valid driver’s license.
We thank all candidates for their interest in Fekola SA. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The feminine candidacies are deeply encouraged. B2Gold prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives and continuously works to find profiles that match the demographics of the respective national contexts in which we operate, works to develop an inclusive culture that attracts global talent entire. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Deadline for sending applications: June 28, 2024 at 5 p.m..
APPLY HERE
POSITION 3: Refinery Supervisor
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