Resource Geologist

Equinox Gold Corp.; Greenstone; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold Corp. seeks a Resource Geologist for its Geraldton, Ontario operation. This role focuses on developing short-term production models and grade control block models, with emphasis on mineral resource estimation and model updates.

You will work with Geology, Engineering, Exploration and Operations teams to support planning, reconciliation, and continuous improvement in mine production and processing metrics.

Qualifications

• 5 years related work experience, preferably with an open pit gold mining environment.
• Experience in block modeling and resource estimation practices.
• Exposure to database management, QA/QC and geological modeling.
• Prior production experience considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop mineral resource block model estimates and short-term production models using Leapfrog, Datamine and other modeling software.
• Update lithology, grade wireframes and block models.
• Audit and perform QA/QC on drill hole and geological databases.
• Create reliable geologic models for mining and processing needs.
• Provide reconciliations, dilution estimates, grade forecasting and grade blending.
• Participate in mine planning with Geology, Engineering, Exploration and Operations.

Skills

Geology experience

Block modeling

Resource estimation

QA/QC

Database management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master’s degree in Geology (asset)

Tools

Datamine

Leapfrog

Deswik

Job description

Imagine being part of something big —Greenstone Mine is Equinox Gold's flagship operation and largest asset — a world-class, open-pit gold mine located in Geraldton, within the top-tier mining jurisdiction of Ontario, Canada. Since pouring its first gold in 2024, Greenstone has established itself as one of Canada's largest gold mines, with an expected average annual production of over 300,000 ounces across an initial 15-year mine life.

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines in Canada, Mexico, Nicaragua and United States. 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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Resource Geologist to join our team. Reporting to the Superintendent – Production Geology, the Resource Geologist is a key member of the Geology production team primarily focused on developing short-term production models, grade control block models, and mineral resource block model estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• Applying knowledge of geology, mining, mineralogy, metallurgy, mill recovery, and geo-statistics to develop mineral resource block model estimates and short-term production models using Leapfrog, Datamine and other modeling and geo-statistical software (as required).
• Complete regular updates to lithology, grade wireframes and block models
• Audit and perform quality control checks of drill hole and geological databases
• Create reliable geologic models relevant to mining and processing needs.
• Make recommendations for additional RC drilling or geological interpretation to support grade control
• Provide reconciliations, dilution estimates, grade forecasting and grade blending.
• Actively participate with Geology, Engineering, Exploration and Operations in short and long-term mine planning.
• Actively participate in reconciliation of mine versus mill figures and mine versus reserve and resource figures.
• Maintain, improve and verify parameters of existing Grade Control Block Model.
• Participate in relevant projects and help peers with Production Geology tasks as needed.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 5 years related work experience, preferably with an open pit gold mining environment
• Experience in block modeling and resource estimation practices.
• Exposure to database management, QA/QC and geological modeling.
• Prior production experience considered an asset.

Job Conditions

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Self-motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to create a positive work environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong understanding of variography.
• Strong understanding of geostatistics.
• High level of proficiency in Datamine and Leapfrog software.
• Deswik is an asset.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field is an asset.

The salary range for this position is from$129,898.00 to $157,176.97.

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 candidates. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Guided by our values of integrity and accountability, Equinox Gold may use artificial intelligence tools to support the sourcing and identification of potential candidates. These tools are not used to screen, assess, evaluate, or interview candidates. All hiring decisions, including the review of applications and selection of candidates, are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.