Mill Trainer

Equinox Gold Corp.; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold Corp. is seeking a Mill Trainer to join our team in Geraldton, Ontario. The role focuses on developing, delivering, and maintaining training materials for the Mill Department to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Reporting to the Senior Training Coordinator, you will mentor operators, deliver classroom and on-site training, develop computer-based modules, and track employee progress while aligning with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of technical experience in open-pit mining operations.
• 5+ years of relevant training experience, preferably in the mining industry.
• Experience in a cross-cultural work environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain up-to-date training programs, files, and records for the Mill Department in compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
• Mentor operators by evaluating their performance, determining competency levels, and providing coaching and technical expertise.
• Prepare teaching materials and job aids, and deliver training.
• Help colleagues perform their jobs safely and effectively by sharing information, skills, and knowledge.
• Evaluate training materials after delivery and revise or update them as required.
• Collaborate with mining team leaders to identify and prioritize training needs.
• Collaborate with technical personnel to observe and analyze jobs, and validate operating procedures and processes to be used for training.
• Deliver training to individuals and groups on-site, in equipment cabs, using simulators, or in a classroom setting.
• Develop and deliver computer-based training.
• Plan and optimize training schedules within operational deadlines, and track and document employee progress.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Support operational goals by modeling corporate values and best practices.

Skills

Open-pit mining

Training experience

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

We are seeking a Mill Trainer to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Training Coordinator, the Mill Trainer r is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining training materials for the Mill Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain up-to-date training programs, files, and records for the Mill Department in compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
• Mentor operators by evaluating their performance, determining competency levels, and providing coaching and technical expertise.
• Prepare teaching materials and job aids, and deliver training.
• Help colleagues perform their jobs safely and effectively by sharing information, skills, and knowledge.
• Evaluate training materials after delivery and revise or update them as required.
• Collaborate with mining team leaders to identify and prioritize training needs.
• Collaborate with technical personnel to observe and analyze jobs, and validate operating procedures and processes to be used for training.
• Deliver training to individuals and groups on-site, in equipment cabs, using simulators, or in a classroom setting.
• Develop and deliver computer-based training.
• Plan and optimize training schedules within operational deadlines, and track and document employee progress.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Support operational goals by modeling corporate values and best practices.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 7+ years of technical experience in open-pit mining operations.
• 5+ years of relevant training experience, preferably in the mining industry.
• Experience in a cross-cultural work environment is an asset.

Job Conditions

• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Manage competing priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment legislation.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work inclusively and collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Able to build trust and strong working relationships through respect, integrity, and open communication.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Train-the-Trainer qualification or Certificate in Adult Education Instruction or equivalent work experience required.
• Common Core for Surface Mining is an asset.

Education

• High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or combination of education and work-related experience.