Security Officer - Greenstone Gold Mines - 14 Day In/Out Rotation - Ontario
Greenstone Mine is hiring a Gold Room Security Officer for its Geraldton, Ontario mine site. Reporting to the Health and Safety Superintendent, this role is dedicated to maintaining security and safeguarding all assets within the gold room. The position involves monitoring access, operating surveillance systems, enforcing safety protocols, and coordinating with operations and management. The ideal candidate will have a background in security, military, or law enforcement, and demonstrate strong decision-making, attention to detail, and incident response capabilities.
Position
Field
Labour & SupportWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Gold Room Security Officer is responsible for securing the gold room and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Key duties include:
- Controlling access to the gold room for authorized personnel only
- Supervising transfers and storage of gold and valuables
- Monitoring for suspicious activity and reporting incidents
- Maintaining detailed records and logs of asset movements
- Conducting audits of security systems and equipment
- Operating CCTV systems and alarm panels
- Performing routine security inspections
- Responding to emergencies and assisting in evacuations
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure gold room integrity
- Preparing reports for management and law enforcement when necessary
Requirements
Candidates must demonstrate strong security awareness and operational readiness. The following qualifications are required:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in security, military, or law enforcement
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and communication devices
- Incident report writing and presentation skills
- Ability to make decisions independently and follow security protocols
- Previous mining experience preferred
Perks and Benefits
While specific benefits are not listed, this position offers a unique opportunity to play a critical role in mine security operations.
- Work in a high-security environment with responsibility over gold room assets
- Engage in cross-departmental collaboration
- Develop experience in emergency response and incident handling
Worksite/Project
Greenstone Gold Mines
Greenstone Gold Mines is a prominent gold mining operation located near Geraldton, Ontario. The project encompasses the development of the Greenstone Mine, which includes the Hardrock deposit, along with other properties in the region. In May 2024, Equinox Gold completed the acquisition of Orion's 40% interest, consolidating full ownership of the Greenstone Mine. The mine achieved its first gold pour on May 22, 2024, and reached commercial production in October 2024. With an initial mine life of nearly 15 years, Greenstone Mine is expected to produce over 400,000 ounces of gold annually during its first five years, contributing significantly to Canada's gold output.
Greenstone Gold MinesEmployer Hiring
Equinox Gold
Equinox Gold is a Canadian mining company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, focused on producing gold across the Americas. In Canada, Equinox operates the Greenstone Mine in Ontario, a large-scale open-pit gold mine developed in partnership with Orion Mine Finance. This site represents one of the country’s newest and most significant gold operations, providing long-term employment in mining, processing, maintenance, environmental, and technical roles. The company is also advancing the Kemess Underground Project in British Columbia, a development-stage gold-copper project that further strengthens Equinox’s presence in Canada. Equinox Gold is recognized for its strong safety culture, operational efficiency, and commitment to sustainable mining practices. With a growing portfolio and long-life assets, Equinox offers career opportunities across a variety of disciplines including operations, engineering, geology, site services, and health and safety. Whether working at Greenstone or supporting future developments like Kemess, employees are part of a company focused on responsible growth and long-term value in Canadian gold production.
Equinox Gold