One of Equinox Gold’s cornerstone Canadian assets, the Valentine Gold Mine (VGM) is a new, world-class, long-life gold mine located in the central region of Newfoundland and Labrador. The mine achieved first gold in September 2025 and commercial production in November 2025 and, when operating at full capacity, will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a significant economic driver and employer in the province. VGM currently has an estimated mine life of more than 14 years, with significant exploration potential. Equinox Gold is a public company (TSX: EQX; NYSE-A: EQX) headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with a regional office located in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.
Additional corporate and VGM information is available at www.equinoxgold.com
Equinox VGM is currently inviting applications for an Exploration Geologist to join our growing team as the company transitions from mine construction to mine operations.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Project Geologist, Exploration the Exploration Geologist is responsible for providing labour and technical support to aid in the daily operations of the Exploration department. The incumbent will perform duties such as drill core logging and sampling, drill hole planning, field mapping, prospecting, soil, till and rock sample collection, data management and evaluation, geological interpretation of collected data, field surveying and other duties as required.
This is position is located at the Mine site, working on a 14 days in/14 days out rotation.
Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment through personal behaviours and conversations.
Establish and promote a respectful and healthy work environment.
Promote a proactive approach of continuous improvement by reporting all Health, Safety and Environment incidents and communicate solutions.
Provide technical support and consultation to senior geological staff.
Core logging, including geological and geotechnical measurements, vein orientations, structural measurements, alteration data, mineralization measurements, specific gravity measurements and associated calculations.
Drill hole and drill movement planning and associated tasks.
Sample collection, QA/QC of samples.
Support geological interpretation of collected data.
Data management.
Conduct field mapping, including trench, outcrop, pit wall, and regional mapping.
Prospecting.
Soil, till and rock sample collection.
Collection of measurements with a portable XRF unit.
Field Site Inspections.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor of Science in Geology, Earth Science or a related field.
Currently registered as a GIT is a minimum requirement.
Registered as a P.Geo is considered an asset.
Experience in a remote setting and on shift/rotations is considered an asset.
Experience in a mining or exploration setting is considered an asset.
Skills and Knowledge:
Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment through personal behaviours and conversations.
Strong ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
Self-motivated and able to complete work with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required.
Team-oriented but individually driven to produce results.
Competent with Microsoft Office and data-management software.
Knowledge and experience specific to mineral exploration and the mining industry.
Proficient in the use of specialized software and techniques relating to the mineral exploration industry (ie: collection and processing of geological and geotechnical data).
The ability to manage heavy physical work, which is defined as maximal lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 55lbs.
A valid driver’s license and drivers abstract.
Equinox VGM is an equal opportunity employer committed to local hiring preferences and all applications will be considered on this basis. We value equity and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for all employees. Equinox reserves the right to hire only those candidates who are appropriately qualified for the position advertised.
Equinox will review all applications; however, we will only contact those candidates who best fit the requirements.
To apply for this position, please do so by clicking on the following link: Careers.
