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OverviewB2Gold is a responsible international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has three 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.PositionIntroductionThe Manager, Environmental & Permitting provides strategic oversight and subject matter expertise for B2Golds environmental and permitting programs worldwide. This role ensures alignment with international best practice, evolving ESG expectations, and jurisdictional regulations. Reporting to the Director, Sustainability, the Manager supports senior leadership and mine sites by setting corporate standards, overseeing compliance frameworks, and guiding permitting strategies.This role is key in shaping B2Golds approach to responsible mining, mine closure, permitting, and environmental risk management, while ensuring transparent engagement with regulators, investors, and communities.LocationThis is a full-time position based at B2Golds Corporate Office in Vancouver, Canada with flexible work arrangement available.Duties & ResponsibilitiesS trategic Oversight & Corporate Leadership:Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of B2Golds corporate environmental and permitting policies, standards, and guidance;Provide strategic advice to senior management and the Board on environmental and permitting risks, performance, and opportunities;Monitor emerging regulations, ESG frameworks, and industry best practices; integrate them into corporate guidance and risk oversight;Contribute to cross-functional initiatives on climate change, biodiversity, tailings stewardship, and responsible mine closure;Permitting & Compliance Governance:Oversee corporate permitting strategies for new projects, expansions, and acquisitions, ensuring timely and effective engagement with regulators and stakeholders;Monitor environmental compliance across operations through audits, assurance reviews, and Board-level reporting;Provide subject matter expertise on mine closure, rehabilitation, and asset retirement obligations (AROs), including corporate oversight of annual cost estimates;Technical Support to Operations:Serve as a corporate resource to site teams on permitting, compliance, and risk management, ensuring alignment with corporate standards;Guide site leadership in the development of environmental programs and management systems;Support tailings, water, and biodiversity management by reviewing and advising on strategies and plans;Reporting & External Engagement:Prepare Board and senior management updates on environmental and permitting performance;Lead the environmental content of B2Golds Responsible Mining Report and other ESG disclosures (GRI, SASB, TCFD, TNFD, WGC RGMP, MAC TSM));Conduct environmental due diligence for acquisitions and joint ventures;Engage with regulators, industry associations, investors, and other stakeholders on corporate environmental and permitting matters ; and,Perform other duties as required in support of Company objectives.RequirementsBachelors or masters degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited university or college;Minimum 10 years progressive experience in environmental management and permitting in the mining or natural resources sector, including 35 years in a corporate or regional oversight role;Proven expertise in permitting processes across multiple jurisdictions and in mine closure, rehabilitation, and Asset Retirement Obligation management;Familiarity with international ESG standards and frameworks (e.g., ICMM, GRI, SASB, WGC RGMP, TCFD, TNFD); andStrong communication, analytical, and leadership skills, with ability to influence across senior levels of the business.Additional Desired QualificationsExperience working in international and challenging jurisdictions a strong asset;Professional registration (e.g., P.Eng., R.P.Bio., PMP) considered an asset; and,Spanish and/or French language skill considered an asset.Job Demands/Physical RequirementsThis position is based in B2Golds Vancouver head office and will require frequent international travels, ranging from 30-50% of the time annually.CompensationB2Gold 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.B2Gold offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary commensurate with the candidates experience, knowledge and skill set, and a comprehensive benefit package for employees and their eligible dependents. The base salary range for this position is CAD $180,000.00 230,000.00 per annum, which is the anticipated pay at the time of hire but does not reflect similar future job opportunities. Details of the total compensation package will be shared during the interview process.We thank all applicants for their interest in B2Gold Corp., however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr