Open-Pit Mine Surveyor: 3D Modelling & Field Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Safe work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Surveyor for an open-pit operation near Queenstown in the Eastern Cape. You will handle data collection, mapping, and reporting essential for mine planning and operational control.

This role requires modern surveying techniques, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. You will work with mine engineers and production teams to ensure the mine is developed and operated according to design specifications, using AutoCAD, Surpac, Vulcan, GPS, and laser

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mine Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as Mine Surveyor, open-pit focus.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Surpac, Vulcan or similar.
• Experience operating and maintaining surveying instruments (total stations, GPS, laser scanners).
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys for mine development, including setting out boundaries, roads, and drill sites.
• Perform volume calculations for stockpiles, excavations, and waste dumps.
• Utilize GPS, total stations, and laser scanning equipment for data acquisition.
• Process survey data and create accurate 2D and 3D mine models using surveying software.
• Assist mine planning engineers with geological and survey data integration.
• Monitor and report on compliance with planned excavation and production targets.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure calibration and proper functioning.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Prepare survey reports and documentation as required.
• Contribute to improving surveying processes and adopting new technologies.

Skills

Field surveying

Data interpretation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

National Diploma in Mine Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Surpac

Vulcan

Total stations

GPS

Laser scanning

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Surveyor for an open-pit operation near Queenstown in the Eastern Cape. You will handle data collection, mapping, and reporting essential for mine planning and operational control.

This role requires modern surveying techniques, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. You will work with mine engineers and production teams to ensure the mine is developed and operated according to design specifications, using AutoCAD, Surpac, Vulcan, GPS, and laser