Job Description

Mesquite Mine

Come build your career at Mesquite — Equinox Gold's first-ever operating mine and a proud cornerstone of our story since 2018. Nestled in the sunny desert of Imperial County, California, this open-pit gold mine has been running strong since 1986 and has produced over five million ounces of gold and counting. With production expected to continue for years to come, Mesquite offers the stability of a proven operation alongside real opportunities to grow, learn, and make your mark.

Castle Mountain

Castle Mountain is Equinox Gold's exciting 100%-owned gold expansion project in California and one of our most promising growth opportunities in a tier-one jurisdiction. Castle Mountain is poised to become a cornerstone asset in our portfolio as a long-life, low-cost mine producing around 200,000 ounces of gold annually over a 14-year life. Join our team at this pivotal stage and help shape the future of a mine from the very beginning, with real opportunities to grow your career as the project comes to life.

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines in Canada, Mexico, Nicaragua and United States. Guided by our core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork, we foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where a talented, experienced team works together to deliver reliable operations, responsible mining, and long-term value to its shareholders and host communities.

This is an onsite, in office position. Candidates may be located in or around any of the following areas: Surrounding areas of Las Vegas, NV; Henderson, NV / Surrounding areas of Yuma, AZ. / Imperial Valley, CA.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Organizational Development Coordinator supports the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of organizational development initiatives that align employee performance, leadership capability, and workforce effectiveness with business objectives. This position coordinates programs focused on employee development, leadership training, succession planning, performance management, employee engagement, and change management. The role partners with our Learning Management & Systems Administrator, leaders and employees across the organization to foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and organizational excellence. This position is primarily office-based and requires frequent interaction with employees, supervisors, managers, and executive leadership, with occasional travel to operational sites as required.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and administer organizational development programs, including leadership development, employee training, career development, and succession planning initiatives, in partnership with HR and business leaders.
• Support the development and implementation of talent management strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Coordinate employee engagement surveys, focus groups, and feedback initiatives; analyze results and recommend improvements.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, competency development, and talent assessment.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs, employee development sessions, leadership workshops, and organizational development meetings.
• Assist business leaders in identifying capability gaps and developing workforce development solutions.
• Support the Learning Management & Systems Administrator in coordinating training schedules, learning management systems, training records, and development metrics.
• Develop presentations, communications, and learning resources that support organizational development initiatives.
• Support organizational change initiatives by coordinating communications, training, stakeholder engagement, readiness activities, and implementation tracking.
• Compile and analyze workforce and talent data to identify trends, measure outcomes, and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate organizational development programs and processes, gather stakeholder feedback, and recommend improvements based on program outcomes and business needs.
• Maintain organizational development documentation, policies, procedures, and program records.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to support organizational design and workforce planning activities.
• Track and report key organizational development metrics, including training participation, employee engagement, retention, and development outcomes.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, collaboration, accountability, and employee growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Participate in occasional early morning or evening training sessions, meetings, and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Human Resources, Learning and Development, Organizational Development, Talent Management, or related areas.
• Experience coordinating employee training, leadership development, or workforce planning programs.
• Knowledge of performance management, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness principles.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting workforce data and metrics.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, HRIS systems, and learning management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.

Certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar professional certification is preferred.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Education, or a related field.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed at an active mine site that may include open pit mining, processing facilities, leach pads, maintenance areas, and office environments. Employees may be exposed to extreme weather conditions associated with a desert climate, including high heat, cold temperatures, wind, dust, and occasional precipitation or flash flooding. Depending on the role, work areas may involve proximity to large mobile equipment, moving mechanical parts, blasting activities, noise, vibration, diesel exhaust fumes, chemicals, fuels, oils, airborne particles, or other industrial hazards typical of mining operations. Outdoor work on uneven or rough terrain is common for many roles. Employees may encounter desert wildlife and native plant life. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as determined by job duties, task hazards, and work location. PPE includes, but is not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other PPE as determined by job task and location.

Physical Demands:

Manual dexterity; handling and grasping; fingering and fine motor skills; speaking clearly; hearing in speech, radio, and environmental ranges; seeing, reading, and comprehension; near and distant vision; depth perception. While performing job responsibilities, employees must be able to communicate effectively and maintain situational awareness in an active mining environment. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or working on uneven surfaces. Use of hands and fingers to operate tools, equipment, controls, or computer systems is required. Specific physical demand requirements will be provided during the interview process. Employees may be required to work while wearing the required PPE, including respiratory and hearing protection. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required of the employee.

The hourly range for this position is from $33.32 to $40.00.

Key Benefits Provided:

• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock potential for growth and progression with a top mining company
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive pay coupled with bonus incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Benefit from a company-matched program designed to support your long-term financial security
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Access extensive medical, dental, and vision plans for your health and well-being
• Paid Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance

We thank all candidates for their applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.