Chief Mine Surveyor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive pay package

Bonuses

Medical insurance

Retirement fund

Relocation aid

Professional development

Job summary

Unknown Client, a major mining operation near Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Chief Mine Surveyor to lead on-site surveying across the complex. You will drive accuracy, efficiency and regulatory compliance, overseeing a team of surveyors and coordinating with planning and engineering.

The role requires a Professional Land Surveyor with PLATO registration, a Master's degree in Surveying or Geomatics, and 12+ years in mine surveying with 5+ in a senior capacity. Relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor registration (PLATO) is required.
• Master's degree in Surveying, Geomatics or related field preferred.
• 12+ years mining surveying experience, with 5+ years in a senior role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mine surveying department, including staff supervision and performance management.
• Develop and implement surveying strategies for the mining operation.
• Oversee primary survey control networks establishment and maintenance.
• Ensure accurate mapping, volumetric calculations, and reporting for ore, waste, and infrastructure.
• Manage acquisition, processing, and interpretation of survey data with advanced software and equipment.
• Coordinate with management, planning, geology and engineering for project alignment.
• Adhere to legal, regulatory, and safety requirements for mine surveying.
• Evaluate new surveying technologies and equipment for adoption.
• Conduct quality checks on survey work and data.
• Contribute to mine planning and design with reliable spatial information.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Geodetic principles

Education

Master's degree in Surveying/Geomatics

PLATO registration

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Vulcan

Surpac

Datamine

GPS/GNSS

Drone surveying

Total station

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major mining operation situated near **Mahikeng, North West**, is seeking a highly experienced and authoritative Chief Mine Surveyor. This senior on-site position oversees all surveying activities across the mining complex, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team of surveyors, manage surveying resources, and implement cutting-edge surveying technologies and methodologies. The Chief Mine Surveyor plays a critical role in providing precise spatial data essential for mine planning, development, and operational control. This role demands exceptional leadership, technical expertise in both surface and underground surveying, and a profound understanding of mining operations and their spatial requirements. You will be responsible for the integrity and accuracy of all survey data produced.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mine surveying department, including staff supervision, training, and performance management.
• Develop and implement comprehensive surveying strategies and procedures for the entire mining operation.
• Oversee the establishment and maintenance of primary survey control networks.
• Ensure accurate mapping, volumetric calculations, and reporting for ore, waste, and infrastructure.
• Manage the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of survey data using advanced software and equipment.
• Liaise with mine management, planning, geology, and engineering departments to ensure survey alignment with project needs.
• Ensure strict adherence to all legal, regulatory, and safety requirements for mine surveying.
• Evaluate and recommend new surveying technologies and equipment for adoption.
• Conduct quality control checks on all survey work and data.
• Contribute to mine planning and design by providing reliable spatial information.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor qualification and registration (e.g., with PLATO).
• A Master's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field is highly advantageous.
• A minimum of 12 years of extensive experience in mine surveying, with at least 5 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Proven expertise in both open-pit and underground mine surveying techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in mine surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Vulcan, Surpac, Datamine) and total station, GPS/GNSS, laser scanning, and drone survey technologies.
• Strong understanding of spatial data management, coordinate systems, and geodetic principles.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results under pressure.
• Willingness to reside and work in the **Mahikeng** area.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary package and significant performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Top-tier retirement fund and life assurance.
• Opportunities for international professional development.
• Key leadership role within a major mining operation.
• Relocation assistance provided.