Equinox Gold Corp.

Face Shovel Operator

Geraldton, ON

full_time

About This Job

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Face Shovel Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Face Shovel Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a 600-ton face shovel.

Key Responsibilities

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Operate the 600-ton face shovel in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.

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Wear personal protective equipment in designed areas.

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Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.

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Maintain a high level of housekeeping as well as refilling all fluids as required.

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Conduct pre-operational checks of the shovel.

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Perform a walk-around inspection before, during, and after every shift.

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Complete logbooks and daily reports on delays, productions, and safety issues.

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Use two-way-radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.

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Troubleshoot in accordance with regulations and approved procedures, may perform minor repairs as required and report all issues to dispatch.

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Safely operate and maneuver the shovel.

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Use the face shovel according to operating practices to excavate materials such as overburden and blasted rock.

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Use the face shovel according to operating practices to load 240-ton haul trucks safely and efficiently.

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Monitor gauges, and other indicators to ensure the shovel is working properly, report discrepancies to dispatch.

Required Experience And Skill Set

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5+ years of experience operating face shovels at a mine site.

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Double side loading experience is an asset.

Job Conditions

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Self-motivated with track record of successfully working independently.

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Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

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Able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

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Good verbal and written communications skills.

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Take initiative and work independently.

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Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.

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Willing to perform repetitive tasks.

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This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

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Valid driver's license.

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Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.

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Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

The salary range for this position is to .

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

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