Job No: Gold33
Location: Mali

The Company

B2Gold is an international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. The Company currently has three operating gold mines and numerous exploration and development projects in various countries including Mali, Namibia, Colombia and the Philippines.

Position: Security Superintendent (Training), Mali

Introduction

The successful candidate is a security professional with relevant security qualifications and extensive knowledge of and experience in training, development and the management of training programs. The incumbent is responsible for the overall evaluation, development, and maintenance of the Fekola security training program. The principal function of the position is to provide leadership and technical support as it relates to the security training program to ensure the ongoing efficient and reliable performance of site security.

Location and Reporting Manager

Reporting to the Security Manager, this position will be an 8/4 fly in-fly out rotation, based at the B2Gold Mali Fekola mine.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs analysis for the security department;
• Develop a curriculum framework that complies with the department strategy. Curriculum content to be benchmarked against best practices in the industry. Content to be aligned on supervisory level and entry level core competencies;
• Develop a progressive formal training program that includes relevant security modules that contributes to the personal career development of security personnel;
• Responsible for the management and sourcing of training materials as required;
• Plan and develop training schedules;
• Responsible for the training and assessment of security personnel (theory and practical);
• Use feedback to update content and framework;
• Responsible for the quality assurance of learning material content;
• Mentor and coach security staff while on shift;
• Monitor individual performance and efficiency and identify high potential team members;
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the team to identify areas requiring improvement and recommend training and coaching measures to ensure employees receive sufficient training enabling them to perform their duties in a safe and efficient manner;
• Oversee training administration and budgets; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Company.

Requirements

• Relevant security qualification (Bachelor’s degree, ASIS CPP, CSMP or equivalent);
• 5-year security training & development experience;
• Knowledge of curriculum and learning program design;
• Knowledge of skills development;
• Knowledge of training facilitation, evaluation, and modification;
• Fluency in English and French required;
• Competency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word);
• Crisis management and evacuation training experience (Knowledge and experience within the West Africa context is an advantage);
• Simulation scenario development and execution;
• Knowledge of Improvised explosive device awareness training;
• Knowledge of Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT);
• Experience in defensive driver training, convoy planning/management/training and incident management; and
• Medical qualification/experience is considered an asset.

Only applications submitted in English will be reviewed.

Compensation

B2Gold offers a competitive compensation package, including salary to commensurate with experience, knowledge and skills, plus a comprehensive group benefits package for employee and their dependents.

Other

B2Gold requires employees to be fully vaccinated (and maintain fully vaccinated status), subject to applicable human-rights related exemptions and availability in candidate's home country.

We thank all applicants for their interest in B2Gold Corp; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

B2Gold prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives and continuously works towards a people profile that matches the demographics of the respective national settings in which we operate, while appreciating our inclusive culture that attracts talent from around the world. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.