GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
CENTRAL NL
JOB DESCRIPTION:
HR Project Partners is currently accepting resumes for a Geotechnical Engineer on behalf of our client, Equinox Gold, Valentine Gold Mine. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 5 years of experience in an open pit mining operation.
Reporting to the Senior Mine Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the geotechnical programs, providing technical design analysis, and conveying information on design recommendations. Further to this, they will be involved with geotechnical data collection, conducting audits, and supervising work as it relates to the geotechnical scope.
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/career?company=marathongo
Deadline to apply: Thursday, September 3, 2026
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety, and Environment through personal behaviors and conversations.
- Establish and promote a respectful and healthy work environment at all times.
- Actively participate in and help lead site safety initiatives.
- Develop and maintain the ground control management plan.
- Plan and conduct geotechnical assessments effectively.
- Complete open pit stability analysis for the operating pits, dumps, and conceptual studies.
- Analyze geotechnical findings, perform appropriate calculations, and prepare data reports.
- Develop proposals and determine cost and schedule for investigations with external consultants.
- Provide direction to Mine Technical Services and Operations teams with field inspection activities.
- Evaluate team performance and determine training needs to meet performance objectives.
- Review and approve geotechnical designs.
- Review construction design proposals and approve geotechnical aspects.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in mining, Geological, Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in an open pit mining operation.
- Experience in a remote work site is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES:
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements at remote sites.
- Development, coaching, and training coordination of all direct reports to help team succeed.
- Proven success in mid-to-large industrial projects.
- Relevant qualifications in appropriate area of expertise.
- Ability to interpret engineering plans and offer sound technical expertise with regards to mine design.
- Knowledge of the OHS, mining, and construction regulations.
- Effective time management skills and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Good computer skills with competence using Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to influence and inspire others and work with cross-functional relationships.
- A valid driver license and a driver’s 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
