Mine Technician
- Geraldton, ON, Canada
The salary range for this position is from $85,024.00 to $103,918.40. · Full-time
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- The salary range for this position is from $85,024.00 to $103,918.40.
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Original job description
Equinox Gold is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operation in the Americas, with projects in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Nicaragua. We have five operating gold mines and a clear path to achieve more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold’s team of proven and experienced mining professionals identify promising assets and develop them into world-class mines that operate to the highest environmental, social and safety standards. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of this high-functioning team and are committed to the Company’s success, just as we are dedicated to developing our people. We invite you to join our team as Equinox Gold works to achieve its vision of becoming the premier Americas gold producer.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Mine Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Superintendent, the Mine Technician provides drafting and data analysis support for engineering and mine operations.
This is a 14-days-on / 14-days-off rotational position based in Geraldton, Ontario.
Key Responsibilities
Certifications
Job Summary
We are seeking a Mine Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Superintendent, the Mine Technician provides drafting and data analysis support for engineering and mine operations.
This is a 14-days-on / 14-days-off rotational position based in Geraldton, Ontario.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and update engineering plans.
- Manage data related to tramp metal, misfires, and other elements.
- Process and prepare survey data.
- Maintain accurate survey information and produce month-end volumes.
- Perform field verifications.
- Manage dig permits and infrastructure maps.
- Create and modify work procedures.
- Prepare presentations.
- Maintain accurate and complete records.
- Assist the drill and blast team with drill plans, loading instructions, and blast timing.
- Assist the field survey team as required.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Proficiency in CAD software; Deswik preferred.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft 365 Office suite.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English; French is an asset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Positive attitude and self-motivation.
- Good analytical skills.
- Rigorous attention to detail.
- Willingness to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
- Mining Technician Diploma, a related degree program, or sufficient relevant experience.
- Experience with survey equipment and techniques.
- Experience in open pit mining; hard-rock gold mining is preferred.
Certifications
- Valid driver's license.
- Mining Technician Diploma, related post-secondary degree, or sufficient relevant experience.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Draft and update engineering plans, process survey data, maintain accurate records, and produce month-end volume reports. Support mine operations through field verifications, permit and map management, procedure updates, and assistance with drill-and-blast planning and field surveys.
Requirements
Candidates need a Mining Technician Diploma, a related post-secondary degree, or sufficient relevant experience, along with experience using survey equipment and techniques. The role also calls for CAD proficiency (Deswik preferred), Microsoft 365 skills, and strong safety, communication, organizational, analytical, and teamwork abilities; open-pit mining experience is required, with hard-rock gold mining preferred.
Skills
- CAD Software
- Deswik
- Microsoft 365
- Survey Data Processing
- Survey Equipment
- Data Analysis
- Engineering Drafting
- Open-Pit Mining
- Drill and Blast Planning
- Communication
- Organization
- Task Prioritization
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Safety Commitment
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- Engineering
- Trades
- Data & Analytics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Mining
- Mine Technician
- Engineering
- Mine Operations
- CAD
- Deswik
- Microsoft 365
- Survey Data
- Survey Equipment
- Data Analysis
- Engineering Plans
- Open-Pit Mining
- Hard-Rock Gold Mining
- Drill and Blast
- Drill Plans
- Loading Instructions
- Blast Timing
- Tramp Metal
- Misfires
- Dig Permits
- Infrastructure Maps
- Field Verification
- Month-End Volumes
- Work Procedures
- Safety
- Mining Technician Diploma
- Driver's License