Career Opportunities: Chemist, Senior (1681)

One of Equinox Gold’s cornerstone Canadian assets, the Valentine Gold Mine (VGM) is a new, world-class, long-life gold mine located in the central region of Newfoundland and Labrador. The mine achieved first gold in September 2025 and commercial production in November 2025 and, when operating at full capacity, will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a significant economic driver and employer in the province. VGM currently has an estimated mine life of more than 14 years, with significant exploration potential. Equinox Gold is a public company (TSX: EQX; NYSE-A: EQX) headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with a regional office located in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL. Additional corporate and VGM information is available at www.equinoxgold.com Equinox VGM is currently inviting applications for a Senior Chemist to join our growing team as the company ramps up mine operations and production. Position Summary Reporting to the Chief Metallurgist, the Senior Chemist will be responsible for supervising the Analytical Laboratory personnel, ensuring safe work practices, and that the lab maintains efficient throughput while maintaining the required QA/QC and safety standards. The incumbent is required to ensure the accurate, timely and cost-efficient analysis of samples submitted by Mine, Process Plant and Environmental group in support of Operations and Environmental regulatory compliance. This position requires extensive experience in a mine operations lab where the process is open pit or underground mining and a plant process that includes gravity recovery of gold as well as leach and carbon in leach processing. This position is located at the Mine site, working a 14 days in/14 days out rotation. Accountabilities/Responsibilities Support and assist in promoting a health and safety culture. Ensure that effective Health, Safety and Environmental procedures, government regulations and Equinox – Valentine Gold Mine standard operating procedures (SOPs) are implemented and followed. Perform Safety inspections of the relevant areas in conjunction with Health & Safety, Environment, and contractors. Oversee, lead and coordinate all laboratory functions to ensure timely and accurate test results including carrying out analytical tests on ore processed in the mill to determine gold content. Participate within the onsite Environment Laboratory for the purpose of internal water analysis to support the samples from the process plant, as well as an onsite water treatment plant. Participate in the testing of mine samples including sample preparation, wet assays, environment assays, fire assay and other related analyses. Supervise the activities of assigned personnel in the plant’s assay laboratory. Lead the development of SOPS for each procedure utilized in the assay laboratory. Lead and assist in the Development of Good Laboratory Practices and training manuals. Provide process improvement recommendations that will enhance the overall business. Coordinate with mill maintenance to ensure proper maintenance and efficiency of lab and analytical equipment. Provide accurate information and reports to ensure the completion of the departmental budget. Prepare various weekly and monthly reports. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education And Experience Required Undergraduate Degree in Chemistry or a Chemical and Metallurgical Technology diploma. A minimum of 8 years mining lab experience, 3 of which are at a leadership level, preferably in a remote gold mine site or industrial environment. Experience in an operating mine using the cyanidation plant process is required. Experience in a remote work site is required. Skills And Knowledge Excellent organizational, time management, multi-tasking, and creative problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems and other word-processing, spreadsheet, and scientific software applications. Strong ability to troubleshoot complex problems. Conflict resolution skills. Ability to deal with multiple and changing priorities. Strong computer skills with the ability to interpret data. Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements at remote sites. Development, coaching and training coordination of all direct reports to help team succeed. Knowledge of the OHS, mining, and construction regulations. Effective time management skills and able to manage multiple priorities. Ability to influence and inspire others and manage cross-functional relationships. A valid driver license and a driver’s abstract. Equinox VGM is an equal opportunity employer committed to local hiring preferences and all applications will be considered on this basis. We value equity and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for all employees. Equinox reserves the right to hire only those candidates who are appropriately qualified for the position advertised. Equinox will review all applications; however, we will only contact those candidates who best fit the requirements. To apply for this position, please do so by clicking on the following link: Careers . JOB ID 1681 Deadline to apply: Friday, September 4, 2026

The Senior Chemist supervises analytical laboratory personnel to ensure safe, accurate, and timely analysis of samples from mine, process plant, and environmental groups. They are responsible for maintaining QA/QC standards, developing SOPs, and coordinating laboratory functions to support mine operations and regulatory compliance.

Requires an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a Chemical and Metallurgical Technology diploma with at least 8 years of mining lab experience, including 3 years in leadership. Experience with cyanidation plant processes and working at remote mine sites is mandatory.

• Time managementPreferred

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• Laboratory Management
• QA/QC Standards
• Analytical Testing
• Fire Assay
• Wet Assays
• Cyanidation Process
• LIMS
• Conflict Resolution
• Process Improvement
• Budgeting
• Safety Inspections
• Technical Reporting
• Staff Supervision
• Water Analysis
• Sample Preparation
• Time Management

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level