Gold Assay Lab Technician – FIFO 14/14

Equinox Gold Corp.; Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Defined contribution pension plan (DCC

Job summary

Musselwhite Mine in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an Assay Lab Technician to ensure safe, accurate sample prep and analysis from mill, mine and exploration activities. The role performs fire assay, atomic absorption (AA), and wet chemistry analyses while maintaining laboratory quality standards and supporting continuous improvement in laboratory operations.

Responsibilities include processing samples, performing QA/QC, maintaining records, and operating laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in an assay or analytical laboratory environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to analytical accuracy and quality.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong oral, written, and listening communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process samples from mill, mine, exploration, and other operational sources in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform fire assay procedures and atomic absorption (AA) analysis for gold and base metals.
• Conduct wet chemistry analyses and prepare, standardize, and verify calibration standards and solutions.
• Perform routine QA/QC activities, including the analysis of blanks, duplicates, standards, and reference materials, and identify and elevate results outside established criteria.
• Accurately record analytical results and maintain sample and laboratory records in accordance with established procedures and data-quality requirements.
• Operate, monitor, and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation; identify and report equipment or process issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory safety, quality, productivity, and turnaround times, and support approved improvements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment and comply with SOPs, safety procedures, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in pre-start meetings, workplace inspections, hazard recognition, and emergency response activities.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses and participate in investigations and corrective actions as required.
• Wear required PPE and follow site safety requirements, including those applicable to production areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Good communication

Team player

Education

Grade 12 / equivalent

Analytical Chemistry certificate/diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

LIMS

Job description

Musselwhite Mine in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an Assay Lab Technician to ensure safe, accurate sample prep and analysis from mill, mine and exploration activities. The role performs fire assay, atomic absorption (AA), and wet chemistry analyses while maintaining laboratory quality standards and supporting continuous improvement in laboratory operations.

Responsibilities include processing samples, performing QA/QC, maintaining records, and operating laboratory equipment.