EQUINOX GOLD

Face Shovel Operator

Geraldton, ON

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.

Greenstone Mine is 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 600ton face shovel.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

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

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Wearing 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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Conducting 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 around the mine.

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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 240ton haul trucks safely and efficiently.

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

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

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Safety conscious

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Self-motivated

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Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

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

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Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communications skills

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Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

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Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment

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Willing to perform repetitive tasks

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

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A minimum of 5 years of experience operating face shovels at a mine site

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Double side loading experience is an asset

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Valid driver’s license

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Prior experience at a mine site is required

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Heavy Equipment Operator Training or pertinent experience is required

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Ontario Surface Common Core Training is an asset

LOCATION

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This position will be based in Geraldton, Ontario.

All applicants must have submitted their application by no later than March 25, 2025.

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 $103,833.00 to $110,477.00.

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

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