Chief Mine Surveyor

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Mine Surveyor near Pretoria to lead the survey department. The role requires establishing and maintaining legal and operational survey boundaries, ensuring accurate mine modeling, and delivering spatial data for planning and execution.

You will manage a team of surveyors, implement advanced surveying technologies such as total stations, GPS, laser scanners and drones, and ensure compliance with South African mining legislation.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor qualification required.
• Registration with a recognized body is essential.
• Minimum 10 years in mine surveying with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Expertise in underground and surface surveying techniques.
• Proficiency with surveying software and hardware.
• Solid knowledge of SA mining legislations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all underground and surface mine surveying activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and maintain mine boundaries, grids, and control networks using modern surveying equipment and techniques.
• Prepare and certify mine plans, sections, and volumes for regulatory submission and operational use.
• Implement and manage total stations, GPS, laser scanners, and drones for data acquisition.
• Provide accurate spatial data and analysis to mine planning, engineering, and operations teams.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior surveyors and survey technicians.

Skills

Mine surveying

Leadership

Project management

Underground surveying

Surface surveying

Autocad / CAD software

Education

Professional Land Surveyor qualification

Registration with a relevant body

Tools

AutoCAD

LISCAD

MineCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly competent and experienced Chief Mine Surveyor to lead their survey department near Pretoria . This senior position is responsible for establishing and maintaining all legal and operational survey boundaries, ensuring accurate mine modeling, and providing critical spatial data for mine planning and execution. You will manage a team of surveyors, implement advanced surveying technologies, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. This role is essential for maintaining the integrity of operations and spatial data integrity at the mine site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all underground and surface mine surveying activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and maintain mine boundaries, grids, and control networks using modern surveying equipment and techniques.
• Prepare and certify mine plans, sections, and volumes for regulatory submission and operational use.
• Implement and manage the use of total stations, GPS, laser scanners, and drones for data acquisition.
• Provide accurate spatial data and analysis to mine planning, engineering, and operations teams.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior surveyors and survey technicians.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor qualification and registration with a relevant body.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mine surveying, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or chief role.
• Expertise in underground and surface surveying techniques and applications.
• Proficiency with surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, LISCAD, MineCAD) and hardware.
• In-depth knowledge of South African mining and surveying legislation.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

• An attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Accommodation and site allowances may be provided.
• Access to the latest surveying technology and professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding career opportunity in the mining sector near Pretoria .