Mine Operations Superintendent

Equinox Gold Corp.; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold is seeking a Mine Operations Superintendent to lead all surface mining activities at our Nevada project and to drive safe, productive, and cost‑effective operations across the site.

You will direct loading, hauling, drilling and blasting, dozing, road maintenance, and pit support; supervise a high‑performance team; develop and manage the operating budget; and coordinate with Engineering, Geology, Maintenance and EH&S to meet production targets with a Zero Harm culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in open‑pit hard‑rock mining operations (production, drill & blast, loading, hauling, ore control).
• Minimum 10 years of senior operational leadership supervising crews and managing daily performance in large open‑pit mining.
• Strong knowledge of truck/shovel operations, drill & blast, ore control, and fleet management systems.
• Proven experience with Fleet Management Systems (FMS).
• Demonstrated success in operational improvement initiatives and cost optimization.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a zero-harm culture and ensure MSHA compliance.
• Direct loading, hauling, drilling, blasting, dozing, road maintenance, and pit support activities.
• Achieve production targets while minimizing dilution and optimizing cost per ton.
• Align short-range plans with long-range mine engineering inputs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Geology, Maintenance, Processing, and EH&S for readiness.
• Build and develop a high-performance operations workforce.
• Drive improvements in efficiency and cycle times and manage the operating budget.
• Track and report mine performance including volumes, fleet productivity and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Operational excellence

Cost optimization

FMS (Fleet Management Systems)

Drill & blast

Ore control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering

Tools

Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Job description

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.

Get in at the ground floor with our South Railroad Project, a construction‑ready, open‑pit heap leach project located on the world‑class Carlin Trend in Nevada, one of the most prolific gold‑producing regions on the planet. The project is backed by a completed feasibility study outlining an average of 130,000 ounces of gold per year over the first five years and an initial 10‑year mine life. Join us at this pivotal stage and help bring Nevada's next gold mine to life.

As Equinox Gold continues to grow, we are seeking a Mine Operations Superintendent to join our team and play a key role in supporting the success of our operations. In this role, you will lead, direct, and continuously improve all surface mining activities to deliver safe, productive, and cost‑effective operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Zero Harm culture, ensuring safe work practices, hazard awareness, and full compliance with MSHA and Orla Mining standards.
• Direct the execution of all loading, hauling, drilling, blasting, dozing, road maintenance, and pit support activities.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets while managing ore/waste movement, minimizing dilution, and optimizing cost per ton.
• Review and align short‑range (shift to 13‑week) plans with long‑range strategies and mine engineering inputs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Geology, Maintenance, Processing, and EH&S to ensure seamless operational readiness and execution.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high‑performance operations workforce, including supervisors, drill & blast teams, and training personnel.
• Foster a culture of accountability, capability growth, and operational excellence.
• Drive improvements in haulage efficiency, drill‑blast fragmentation, rehandle reduction, and mining cycle times.
• Develop, execute, and manage the Mine Operations operating budget, including labor, consumables, drill & blast, equipment utilization, and contractor services, ensuring cost performance aligns with mine plans and production targets.
• Track, analyze, and report daily, weekly, and monthly mine operations performance, including production volumes, fleet productivity, unit costs, and key operational variances, using FMS and operational data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Minimum fifteen years of experience in open‑pit hard‑rock mining operations, including production, drill and blast, loading, hauling, and ore control.
• Minimum ten years of senior operational leadership experience supervising crews, executing mine plans, and managing daily performance in a large‑scale open‑pit mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of truck/shovel operations, drill and blast, ore control, pit compliance, and fleet management systems.
• Practical experience with Fleet Management Systems (FMS).
• Demonstrated success in operational improvement initiatives and cost optimization.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level or higher).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

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.