Tool Crib Attendant - Greenstone Gold Mines - 2 Week Rotations
Greenstone Gold Mines LP, owned by Equinox Gold Corp, operates the Greenstone Mine located in Geraldton, Ontario. This major open-pit gold mining project began production in May 2024 and is one of Canada's largest gold mines, targeting an average annual production of nearly 400,000 ounces of gold over an initial 14-year lifespan. The Tool Crib Attendant role supports mine maintenance by managing inventory and distributing tools efficiently on site. The position requires strong organizational skills and experience with heavy equipment tooling, based on site in Geraldton.
Position
Field
Labour & SupportWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Tool Crib Attendant plays a crucial role in supporting mine maintenance by managing tool inventory and distribution efficiently and accurately. Key duties include:
- Issuing tools as required to maintenance staff
- Maintaining accurate records of tools taken and returned
- Identifying broken tools and repairing or arranging repairs
- Replacing missing tools
- Organizing and putting parts away in proper locations
- Ensuring the parts room is clean and well-organized
Requirements
The ideal candidate for the Tool Crib Attendant position should possess the following qualifications and skills to effectively manage tooling needs in a mining environment:
- Experience with tooling to repair heavy equipment
- Experience with parts manuals and identifying components and parts for repairs
- Forklift training is an asset
- Mining company or mine site experience is an asset
- Ability to manage competing priorities with frequent interruptions
- Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions safely and accurately
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Perks and Benefits
The Tool Crib Attendant role offers the opportunity to work at a major Canadian open-pit gold mine with a stable 14-year mine life. The position supports career growth in the mining maintenance sector. Specific benefits and pay rate details are not provided.
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