Stope School Student

Stope School Student 
Musselwhite Mine 

Are you looking to make your mark and grow your career with a company on the rise? We'd love to have you on our team! 
 
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. 
 
Build your career at Musselwhite — a proven, high-quality underground gold mine in Northwestern Ontario, joining our portfolio through the 2026 merger with Orla Mining. Operating since 1997, Musselwhite has produced more than six million ounces of gold and continues to deliver strong results. We're investing in modern, lower-emission equipment, tele-remote and autonomous technologies, and a structure that empowers our teams to make decisions faster. We're also proud of our long-standing First Nations partnerships, dating back to the 1992. Backed by the scale and growth ambitions of Equinox Gold, there's never been a better time to join our team. 
 
Purpose 
As a successful program administered by our Musselwhite Academy, this three-month training program is designed to prepare individuals who are interested in working in an underground mining environment. The curriculum includes the 
Underground Hard Rock Miner – Common Core modules, along with a selection of specialty modules tailored to the industry. Stope School prepares trainees with a strong foundational understanding of underground mining, with safety emphasized as a top priority. Training consists of theory and practical activities consistent with the guidelines outlined by the Common Core Modules, a series of programs administered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Skills Development. Upon successful completion of the program, participants may be considered for advancement into a Mine Trainee position, subject to performance, operational requirements, and available opportunities. 
 
What you can expect from us: 
• Training provided by experienced professionals 
• Hands-on exposure in an underground mining environment 
• Mentorship and support as you build new skills 
 
Our values unify our culture. From the top down, across our operations, we’re invested in our people. When you work with us, you’re part of a growing community of skilled, thoughtful professionals committed to pioneering advances in modern, 
sustainable mining. 
 
Successful candidates will have: 
• 18 years of age or older 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and within a team 
• Self-motivation and the desire to learn new skills 
• Fluency in English 
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada 
 
Working Conditions: 
• The schedule for this position will consist of 14 days on and 14 days off, 12 hours per day. 
 
Compensation: 
• The hourly rate for this position is CAD $25.00 per hour.

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.