Production Miner

Careermine; Unorganized Kenora District; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DCPP with 5% employer contribution and

Job summary

Musselshell Musselwhite Mine, part of Equinox Gold, is seeking a Production Miner to contribute to underground development and operating heavy equipment. The role is based on-site in Northwestern Ontario and reports to the Production Supervisor.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of underground mining experience and hands-on experience with haul trucks and scooptrams, including remote control systems. Ontario Common Core Certification is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of underground mining experience.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.
• Ability to sit/drive for up to 12 hours daily.
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Experience with Haul Trucks and Scooptrams (manual and remote).
• Ontario Common Core Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate 45 Ton Trucks.
• Operate Manual and Remote Scooptrams.
• Be an engaged and active member of a highly productive team.
• Take direction from Production Leaders and/or Underground Supervisors promptly.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times.

Skills

Underground mining

Heavy machinery operation

Shift endurance

Education

Ontario Common Core Certification

Tools

Haul Trucks

Scooptrams

Job description

Production 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

As part of our acquisition of Musselwhite Mine, we are recruiting Underground Miners. This role will be based on-site and will be responsible for contributing their skills and knowledge to our ongoing development and growth. This role will report to the Production Supervisor and will be key to the success of the Mine Department.

Responsibilities

• Operate 45 Ton Trucks
• Operate Manual and Remote Scooptrams
• Be an engaged and active member of a highly productive team
• Take direction from the Productions Leaders and/or Underground Supervisors in a positive manner
• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times

Skills and Experience

• 1-3 years of underground mining experience or previous experience operating heavy machinery.
• Experience in mechanized mining would be considered an asset.
• Ability to sit/drive for up to 12 hours daily.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Experience with Haul Trucks and Scooptrams (both Manual and Remote Control).
• Possess Ontario Common Core Certification.

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 isCAD$104,248 - $139,292 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 candidate