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Musselwhite Mine
Are you looking to make your mark and grow your career with a company on the rise? We'd love to have you on our team!
Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines across the Canada, United States, Mexico and Nicaragua. 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.
Build your career at Musselwhite — a proven, high-quality underground gold mine in Northwestern Ontario, joining our portfolio through the 2026 merger with Orla Mining. Operating since 1997, Musselwhite has produced more than six million ounces of gold and continues to deliver strong results. We're investing in modern, lower-emission equipment, tele-remote and autonomous technologies, and a structure that empowers our teams to make decisions faster.
We're also proud of our long-standing First Nations partnerships, dating back to the 1992. Backed by the scale and growth ambitions of Equinox Gold, there's never been a better time to join our team.
Purpose:
We are recruiting for a Project Geologist to join our Exploration team at the Musselwhite Mine. This onsite role will support the execution of surface exploration programs, including target generation, core logging, sampling, and real-time interpretation of results. Through technical contributions, data management, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams, the Project Geologist supports the success of exploration initiatives, upholds safety and environmental standards, and provides mentorship to less-experienced geologists.
Responsibilities include:
Design and implement surface exploration programs (e.g., Geophysical Surveys, Outcrop Mapping, Outcrop Sampling, Diamond Drilling programs, etc.) with minimum supervision.
Surface outcrop mapping and sampling.
Data compilation and management from surface exploration programs.
Interpretation of geological information from surface exploration programs.
Work with the exploration team to develop an optimal exploration approach for defining and ranking targets, with the goal of growing resources and making new discoveries.
Conduct QA/QC evaluation on various data types.
Drill management (flagging trails and collar locations, drill line-ups, daily liaison with contractors).
Thorough understanding of downhole surveying techniques and the ability to investigate potential errors and correct as necessary.
Log core, interpret drill sections, aid in the development of geological model(s).
Duties require the application of scientific knowledge and theory with latitude for independent judgment and decisions.
Will perform data entry and data management functions as necessary.
Must be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Oversee work performed by less experienced geoscientists and contractors.
Provide coaching and development of less experienced geoscientists.
Ensure that company and Industry standards are followed in all Exploration activities.
Must comply with regulatory health and safety regulations, company policies and procedures, and the Company’s environmental compliance policy.
Prepare technical assessment reports, including the creation of maps and figures as required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor of Science degree in Geosciences or related field with knowledge of geological principles.
6 to 8 years of exploration-related industry experience.
Registered with the Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO), or working towards accreditation.
A strong track record in exploration program management, along with exploration successes and discoveries, is a plus.
Structural geology skills considered an asset.
Strong analytical and organization skills.
Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening, presentation).
Write and present comprehensive reports on geological findings.
Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 lbs of equipment and/or…
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