Project Geologist Exploration

Project Geologist Exploration 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 samples for distances up to 8 kilometers. Must be able to load and unload core boxes weighing up to 50 lbs onto logging tables. Ability to work in remote and challenging environments. Proficiency with GIS software an asset (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) Proficiency with geological modeling software an asset (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan) Working Conditions: The work schedule for this position is 14 on,14 days off including travel to site, working 12-hour days. Compensation: The salary for this position is $120,000 to $135,000 per year, depending on skills, experience. This role is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual short term incentive The target annual bonus for this position is 15% of base salary, subject to individual and company performance. 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

The Project Geologist will design and execute surface exploration programs, including core logging, mapping, and drill management. They are also responsible for data interpretation, geological modeling, and providing mentorship to less-experienced geoscientists.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Geosciences and possess 6 to 8 years of relevant industry experience. Registration with the Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) or working towards accreditation is required.

• Annual short term incentive • Defined contribution pension plan • Employer pension contribution

• MentorshipSouhaitée
• Technical ReportingSouhaitée
• Communication SkillsSouhaitée
• data managementSouhaitée

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• Exploration program management
• Core logging
• Geological modeling
• Surface outcrop mapping
• Data management
• QA/QC evaluation
• Drill management
• Structural geology
• Technical reporting
• GIS software
• Mentorship
• Geophysical surveys
• Downhole surveying
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Geophysical Surveys
• Industry Standards
• Accountability
• Organizational Skills
• General Scientific Knowledge
• Data Types
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Geographic Information Systems
• ArcGIS (GIS Software)
• Management
• Communication
• Data Compilation
• Data Entry
• Data Management
• Environmental Compliance
• Equinox (OSGi)
• Geology
• Geologic Modeling
• Gold Mining
• Surveying
• Operations
• Program Management
• Quantum GIS (QGIS)
• Coaching
• Sampling (Statistics)
• Structural Geology
• Loading And Unloading
• Quality Control
• Teamwork

• Science & Research
• Energy
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Exploration Geologist
• Geologist
• Geologists and geophysicists
• Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine