Underground Survey Lead - 3D Models & QA/QC

P&C Recruiting | H.R.; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client is seeking an Underground Surveyor Supervisor to lead the underground survey group for the Mine. Reporting to the UG Chief Mine Engineer, you will manage survey standards, QA/QC, and deliver precise spatial data to engineering, geology and operations to support safe and efficient mining.

The role covers developing the survey program as the project advances from exploration development to capital development, mentoring junior staff, maintaining control networks, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Surveying or related field (preferred).
• Mine surveyor certification or PLS preferred but not required.
• 5-10+ years of underground hard-rock surveying experience; 2-3 years in senior/lead role.
• Experience in long-hole stoping environments strongly preferred.
• Proficient with underground survey instruments and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the underground survey team, assigning tasks aligned with mine planning.
• Establish and maintain underground control networks and perform development surveys.
• Provide precise drill markups and verify stope boundaries and breakthrough locations.
• Maintain survey databases, 3D models, maps, and progress reports for stakeholders.
• Oversee QA/QC and adopt new survey technologies.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA and site safety standards.

Skills

Underground surveying experience

Senior/lead supervision

Long-hole stoping experience

Stope surveying

3D modeling

Interpret engineering designs

MS Office proficiency

Communication across departments

Mentoring

Detail-oriented

Driver's license

Underground control networks

Education

Degree in Surveying / Geomatics / Mining Eng Tech

Mine surveyor certification or PLS (preferred)

Tools

Leica

Trimble

Deswik

Job description

Our Client is seeking an Underground Surveyor Supervisor to lead the underground survey group for the Mine. Reporting to the UG Chief Mine Engineer, you will manage survey standards, QA/QC, and deliver precise spatial data to engineering, geology and operations to support safe and efficient mining.

The role covers developing the survey program as the project advances from exploration development to capital development, mentoring junior staff, maintaining control networks, and coordinating with