Mine Surveyor

Pioneer Selection; Winsford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Cheshire seeks an experienced Mine Surveyor. The role involves conducting statutory mine surveys, developing accurate mining maps, and collaborating with engineers. Essential skills include a degree in a relevant field, experience in surveying, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers excellent training, private healthcare, and a strong pension scheme, with no night or weekend shifts for a better work/life balance.

Benefits

High Pension Scheme

Private Health Care Benefits

Dental Benefits

Eye Care Benefits

Generous Bonus Opportunities

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Professional certification (RICS/MRICS or equivalent) advantageous but not essential.
• Proven experience in mine/land surveying – both open-pit and underground is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine mine surveys to statutory standards.
• Develop and maintain accurate maps and plans of mining areas.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks.
• Monitor and report on ground stability and gas concentrations.
• Produce detailed survey reports.

Skills

Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline

Experience in mine/land surveying

Understanding of AutoCAD and surveying software

Data interpretation and analysis skills

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering, Geology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Mine Surveyor Salary: £49,000 (OTE £55,000+)

Shift: Monday–Friday (Days) – No Nights/No Weekends

Location: Cheshire

BRAND NEW OPPORTUNITY to join one of the UK’s most established and respected mining operations!

This is an exciting chance for a Mine Surveyor to play a key role in supporting safe, sustainable, and efficient operations for a Market Leading company in the Cheshire area. You’ll be joining a skilled Technical Services team within a business that’s investing heavily in its people, equipment, and future growth. This position would suit an experienced Mine Surveyor, or a qualified Land/Engineering Surveyor looking to take their career into a unique and rewarding environment.

Skills required for the Mine Surveyor

• Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline
• Proven experience in mine/land surveying – both open-pit and underground (desirable)
• Professional certification (RICS/MRICS or equivalent) advantageous but not essential
• Strong understanding of AutoCAD and surveying software
• Excellent data interpretation and analysis skills
• Confident communicator, able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

The Mine Surveyor will be responsible for

• Conducting routine mine surveys to statutory standards
• Developing and maintaining accurate maps and plans of mining areas
• Establishing and maintaining survey control networks
• Monitoring and reporting on ground stability, ventilation, and gas concentrations
• Calculating volumes of excavated and stockpiled materials
• Producing detailed survey reports and supporting long‑term mine planning
• Collaborating with engineers and geologists to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Supporting and mentoring junior surveyors and technicians

The Mine Surveyor will benefit from

• Working for a market‑leading company within a vital UK industry
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to cutting‑edge surveying technologies and techniques
• No weekend or night shifts – work/life balance focused
• Strong pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package
• Private healthcare, dental, and eye care cover
• Generous company bonus opportunities

Benefits

• High Pension Scheme
• Private Health Care Benefits
• Dental
• Eye Care
• Huge Bonuses
• Free Parking

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Antony Edwards at Pioneer Selection

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