Mining Survey Technician — Drone & Data Specialist

Magris Talc; Timmins; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magris Talc in Timmins, Ontario, seeks a Survey Technician to support technical services and mine operations at the Penhorwood Mine. You will complete survey layout and pickup work, plan and conduct drone flights, and process survey data to support accurate data collection across the mine and related facilities.

Ideal candidates have a certificate or diploma in mining engineering, experience with GPS/Total Station and drones, and a valid G license.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in minerals or mining engineering.
• Proficiency with GPS, Total Station, aerial drones, and associated software.
• Familiarity with open-pit mining or quarrying.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality control practices and quality systems.
• Valid G driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Support mine operations, the contract miner, and technical services with survey layout, pickup, and data collection activities.
• Complete GPS and Total Station survey work for mine designs, roads, stockpiles, drillholes, infrastructure, and other operational areas.
• Plan and conduct aerial drone surveys and support blast monitoring using drone or ground-based cameras.
• Process survey data and support month-end reconciliation and related technical reporting.
• Verify survey equipment and GPS calibration and complete settlement surveys of mine structures.
• Follow and promote company health and safety requirements, including safe work at heights and on uneven terrain.

Skills

GPS

Total Station

Aerial drones

Survey software

MS Office

Quality control

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Mining engineering certificate/diploma

Job description

Magris Talc in Timmins, Ontario, seeks a Survey Technician to support technical services and mine operations at the Penhorwood Mine. You will complete survey layout and pickup work, plan and conduct drone flights, and process survey data to support accurate data collection across the mine and related facilities.

Ideal candidates have a certificate or diploma in mining engineering, experience with GPS/Total Station and drones, and a valid G license.