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Drill Support Labourer
Equinox Gold
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3.3
Geraldton, ON
$70,853 a year
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Job details

$70,853 a year
Overtime, Rotating shift
Geraldton, ON

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Job Title: Drill Support Labourer

Imagine being part of something big — Greenstone Mine is Equinox Gold's flagship operation and largest asset — a world-class, open-pit gold mine located in Geraldton, within the top-tier mining jurisdiction of Ontario, Canada. Since pouring its first gold in 2024, Greenstone has established itself as one of Canada's largest gold mines, with an expected average annual production of over 300,000 ounces across an initial 15-year mine life.

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines in Canada, Mexico, Nicaragua and United States. Guided by our core values of integrity , excellence , accountability , and teamwork , we foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where a talented, experienced team works together to deliver reliable operations, responsible mining, and long-term value to its shareholders and host communities.

Job Summary

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Drill Support Labourer to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Drill Support Labourer is responsible for providing operational support to drilling activities by assisting drill operators, maintaining safe and efficient work areas, handling supplies and materials, and performing general labour duties associated with drill and blast operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring drilling activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform shoveling, lifting, carrying, and manual labour tasks as required.
  • Assist with material handling and inventory management.
  • Support drill and blast crews during production and development activities.

Required Experience and Skill Set

  • Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
  • Able to work effectively in a physically demanding environment.
  • Able to follow instructions and established procedures.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Able to communicate effectively using two-way radio systems.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude.
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, and varying weather conditions.
  • Experience in mining, construction, heavy industrial, or labour-intensive environments preferred.
  • Experience supporting drilling and blasting operations is considered an asset.

Job Conditions

  • This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Common Core for Surface Mining is an asset.
  • Standard First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
  • Surface Miner or Underground Hard Rock Miner training is considered an asset.

Education

  • High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or combination of education and work-related experience.

The salary range for this position is from $70,853.00 to $70,853.00.

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At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Guided by our values of integrity and accountability , Equinox Gold may use artificial intelligence tools to support the sourcing and identification of potential candidates. These tools are not used to screen, assess, evaluate, or interview candidates. All hiring decisions, including the review of applications and selection of candidates, are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.

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