Mine Surveyor

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Mine Surveyor to join our client’s Welkom operations. You will perform surface and underground surveys, maintain survey control, and produce mine plans and contour maps to support planning and production.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics, with 5+ years underground experience, proficiency in Surpac and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and a valid driver’s license, ensuring precision and safety in a major mining environment.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, preferably underground.
• Proficiency with mine surveying software (e.g., Surpac, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Experience with surveying instruments and techniques.
• Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work in underground mine conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate surface and underground surveys using total stations, GPS, and other surveying equipment.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks and benchmarks.
• Prepare detailed mine plans, cross-sections, and contour maps.
• Calculate volumes of material excavated and stockpiled.
• Provide survey support for drilling, blasting, and development activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant surveying regulations and standards.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Spatial reasoning

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

Mine Surveying / Geomatics degree

Tools

Surpac

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Total stations

GPS

Job description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Mine Surveyor to join their operational team in Welkom . This critical role ensures the accurate mapping, measurement, and layout of mine workings, essential for safe and efficient mining operations. You will be responsible for performing surface and underground surveys, maintaining survey control networks, and providing essential spatial data for planning and production. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining precision in all surveying tasks within the Free State's significant mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate surface and underground surveys using total stations, GPS, and other surveying equipment.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks and benchmarks.
• Prepare detailed mine plans, cross-sections, and contour maps.
• Calculate volumes of material excavated and stockpiled.
• Provide survey support for drilling, blasting, and development activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant surveying regulations and standards.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, preferably in underground mining.
• Proficiency with mine surveying software (e.g., Surpac, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Experience with various surveying instruments and techniques.
• Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in underground mine conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular reviews and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and further certifications.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Welkom .
• A stable and supportive work environment within a well-established mining operation.