EXPLORATION GEOLOGIST
CENTRAL NL JOB DESCRIPTION:
HR Project Partners is currently accepting resumes for an Exploration Geologist on behalf of our client, Equinox Gold, Valentine Gold Mine. The ideal candidate would have a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field and at the minimum be registered as a Geoscientist in Training (GIT).
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 position is located at the Project site, working on a 2 week in/2 week out rotation.
To apply for this position, please do so by clicking on the following URL link: https://career47.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=1640&company=marathongo
Deadline to apply: Sunday, September 13, 2026
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- 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 REQUIREMENTS:
- 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES:
- 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.
ABOUT EQUINOX GOLD, VALENTINE GOLD MINE:
Equinox Gold Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of the Valentine Gold Project (the “Project”) located in the central region of Newfoundland and Labrador. Once in production, it will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a major employer in the province. Equinox is a public corporation (TSX:EQX) headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with a regional office located in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.
Additional corporate and Project information is available at www.equinoxgold.com
ABOUT US:
HR Project Partners Inc. (HRPP) is a Human Resources consulting company offering various services in Human Resources, both to individuals and to companies. One of those services is recruitment for companies on a provincial and national basis.
HR Project Partners is an equal opportunity employer.
While HR Project Partners appreciates all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Work Location: In person
