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 High School Summer Students to join our team. Summer Students will be responsible for assisting the team with various aspects of the mine.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:
- Knowledge of and interest in the mining industry
- The ability and desire to develop skills.
- The ability and desire to develop hands-on experience in the mining industry.
- You are a real team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- You are by nature a self-starter with the ability to work independently and take direction.
- A critical and analytical thinker
- Strong written communication skills
- Relevant work, co-op or research experience, is considered an asset.
- Ability to work safely.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Detail-oriented and able to work positively within a team.
- Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them in conjunction with always working safely in all areas.
- Able to work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
- Demonstrated skills in MS Office and basic software applications.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
- Enrolled in Secondary School
- Valid Driver’s License
- In Ontario, the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) stipulates that individuals must be at least 16 years old to work in a mining plant or on the surface of a mine, excluding the working face.
LOCATION
- This position is a local position based in Geraldton, Ontario on a 7/7 rotation, or Monday - Friday depending on departmental needs.
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.
