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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.
Equinox Gold differentiates itself through its people by fostering a culture of safety, respect, and strong community relationships. The company provides a safe work environment, clearly defined roles, competitive compensation and benefits, and open communication.
Position Summary
Equinox Gold is developing the South Carlin Complex, a greenfield open-pit, truck-and-shovel, heap-leach gold operation in Nevada targeting first gold in 2027. As a new mine, the operation is in the foundational stages of establishing its workforce, systems, procedures, standards, and culture. Within this environment, the Mine Trainer plays a critical role in supporting operational readiness by designing and implementing the training and competency frameworks required to safely and effectively introduce a large, modern mining fleet and prepare the workforce for production startup. Equipment includes the Hitachi EX3600 shovel, Cat 995 loader, Epiroc DML RCS drills, Cat 789 haul trucks, Cat D10/D11 dozers, graders, water trucks, and supporting mobile equipment.
The Mine Trainer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the training, competency, and qualification systems required to support the safe and effective introduction of new mining fleet equipment and the successful startup of mining operations. This role leads the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), operator procedures, training materials, competency standards, assessments, and qualification programs to ensure employees are fully prepared before equipment commissioning and production commencement.
Key Responsibilities
· Champion a zero-harm culture by promoting safety, compliance, and workforce competency across all training programs.
· Develop and deliver training, qualification, and competency programs to support mine startup, fleet commissioning, and ongoing operations.
· Create and maintain SOPs, safe work procedures, training materials, and competency assessments for mining equipment and operational activities.
· Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations, company standards, and site requirements through effective training and documentation systems.
· Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and OEM partners to align workforce readiness with operational milestones.
· Conduct classroom, field, and hands-on training, assessments, and competency verification for equipment operators and frontline employees.
· Identify skill gaps and implement development plans to improve safety, productivity, and operational performance.
· Build workforce capability through coaching, mentoring, and development of internal trainers and subject matter experts.
· Monitor training effectiveness, qualification status, and workforce readiness, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
· Maintain accurate training records, compliance documentation, and readiness reporting for leadership.
Required Experience & Skills
· Minimum 10 years of experience in open-pit hard rock mining, including truck-and-shovel operations and heap leach processing environments.
· Proven expertise in workforce development, competency management, operator training, and operational readiness within open-pit mining operations.
· Experience developing and implementing SOPs, operating procedures, training materials, competency standards, qualification programs, and workforce readiness initiatives.
· Strong knowledge of mining equipment operations, including loading, hauling, drilling, blasting, and support equipment activities.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
· Experience supporting mine startup, fleet commissioning, operational readiness, or the introduction of new equipment and systems is preferred.
· Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
· Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
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.
