Long Hole, Drill & Blast Miner

Job description

Long Hole, Drill & Blast Miner 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 seeking an eager and energetic LHDB Miner with a positive attitude to join our Underground Mining team. This is a combined role designed for individuals with experience or interest in both Long Hole Drilling, Loading and Cablebolting. The successful candidate will receive cross-training and development to contribute to the efficiency and safety of our Drill and Blast operations as part of our ongoing growth and development. Responsibilities: Operate or train to operate Long Hole Drill and Cablebolter equipment efficiently and accurately for production drilling, slot raises, drop raises, and cable installation. Perform additional production support tasks such as hole cleaning, loading, grouting, and blasting, as needed. Take direction from Drill and Blast and/or Underground Supervisors in a respectful and timely manner. Inspect and maintain all assigned equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Support a strong safety culture by following all company procedures and workplace policies. Perform other duties as assigned to support production targets and operational needs. Skills and Experience: 1 – 5 years of underground mining experience and/or heavy machinery operation experience. Experience in Long Hole Drilling, Cablebolting, and/or loading and blasting is an asset. Ability to read and interpret engineering prints. Must possess Ontario Basic Common Core. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions. Flexible and adaptable to meet the dynamic needs of underground mining. Strong communication skills and ability to work well as part of a collaborative team. Working Conditions: The schedule for this position will consist of 14 days on and 14 days off, 12 hours per day. Compensation: •The base salary range for this position is CAD$113,826 - $139,291 per year, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications. •The Company offers a Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), including an automatic 5% employer contribution, with the option for employees to receive up to an additional 4% employer match on employee contributions. 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.