Mine Surveyor

Ramelius Resources Ltd; Shire Of Mount Magnet; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from Perth

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Ramelius Resources is seeking a Mine Surveyor for Mt Magnet and Cue operations. The role supports safe development and production with accurate, timely survey data and control networks. It is a 16-month fixed-term FIFO position from Perth.

Reporting to the Senior Mine Surveyor, you will deliver survey data, set-outs, and QA/QC checks across open pit sites, contributing to overall mine design and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma or degree in surveying is required.
• Experience in open pit mining environments preferred.
• Experience with mine survey software and UAV/drone surveying is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Gather data to support Senior Mine Surveyor in generating whole of mine operation plans.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks within the open pit.
• Carry out daily surveys including pick-ups, pre-splits, blast hole patterns, and as-built surveys.
• Conduct end-of-month stockpile and pit volume surveys using drones or terrestrial equipment.
• Ensure survey data is captured, processed, and stored per site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Provide accurate survey set-outs for pit designs, ramps, and infrastructure.
• Support drill and blast teams with pattern mark-ups and QA/QC checks.
• Ensure designs are implemented on the ground and communicate discrepancies.
• Install control in pit, crests, toe, ramps to ensure excavation per design parameters.
• Conduct pit wall, toe, and crest surveys to monitor geotechnical parameters.

Skills

Diploma in Surveying

Open pit mining experience

Drone surveying

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma or Tertiary Degree in Surveying

Tools

Trimble GPS

Agisoft

Job description

About Us

At Ramelius Resources, gold mining isn't just what we do - it's who we are. From our humble beginnings at Wattle Dam to becoming one of Australia's most trusted and successful gold producers, we've built a legacy on performance, innovation, and vision. With profitable operations, bold expansion plans, and exciting exploration projects underway, we're investing in cutting-edge technology and new greenfield sites to shape the future of mining - sustainably and responsibly. What truly sets us apart? Our people. At Ramelius, passion and purpose drive everything. We foster a culture where careers thrive through opportunity, respect, and shared ambition. When you grow, we grow.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Mine Surveyor, you'll provide accurate and timely survey services that support the safe and efficient development and production of Mt Magnet and Cue operations. Working closely with Technical Services and Operations, you'll play a key role in maintaining survey control, delivering accurate spatial data, and supporting both development and production activities across the mine. These positions are on an 16 month fixed term contract, FIFO 8:6 from Perth.

Your responsibilities will include

• Gather accurate data to assist the Senior Mine Surveyor to generate whole of mine operation plans.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks within the open pit.
• Carry out daily surveys including pick-ups, pre-splits, blast hole patterns, and as-built surveys.
• Conduct end-of-month stockpile and pit volume surveys using drones or terrestrial equipment.
• Ensure survey data is captured, processed, and stored in accordance with site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Provide accurate and timely survey set-outs for pit designs, ramps, and infrastructure.
• Support drill and blast teams with pattern mark-ups and QA/QC checks.
• Ensure designs are implemented accurately on the ground, identifying and communicating any discrepancies.
• Installing appropriate control in pit, crests, toe, ramps to ensure the area is excavated to design parameters.
• Conduct pit wall, toe, and crest surveys to monitor compliance with design and geotechnical parameters.

Experience required

• Diploma, Advanced Diploima or Tertiary Degree in Surveying

Essential Skills and Experience

• Diploma, Advanced Diploima or Tertiary Degree in Surveying
• Previous experience in open pit mining environments.
• Proficiency in mine survey software and equipment.
• Knowledge of GPS software and equipment (Trimble)
• Knowledge of UAV processing software (Agisoft)
• Experience conducting aerial photogrammetry and/or other drone surveying is desirable.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration on offer + bonus
• Supportive team environment and positive culture

Why Mt Magnet?

Mt Magnet is an established Western Australian gold operation with a long mining history and an evolving future. With the Eridanus Cutback and further open pit opportunities ahead, this is a great time to join the team and play a role in what comes next.

Please note: At times, we may engage with our agency partners who have accepted terms of business in place with Ramelius. Unsolicited or speculative applications from agencies or third parties will not be accepted at this time.