Chief Surveyor - Mining

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Medical and pension plan

Generous leave allowance

Access to advanced surveying equipment

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Chief Surveyor to lead the mine surveying department in Rustenburg, North West. You will oversee surface, underground, and stockpile surveys, maintain mine plans and geological models, and implement cutting-edge surveying technologies to ensure accuracy for mine planning and production.

The role requires a strong background in mine surveying, leadership, and excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to the highest standards in the North West mining

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Professional registration with a surveying body (e.g., PLATO).
• 7+ years of mining surveying experience, preferably in South Africa.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and mine planning packages.
• Experience with GPS, Total Stations, and 3D laser scanning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mine surveying department, including staff supervision and workload allocation.
• Conduct and oversee all types of mine surveys, including surface, underground, and stockpile surveys.
• Ensure the accurate creation, maintenance, and updating of mine plans and geological models.
• Implement and maintain the latest surveying technologies and methodologies, including GPS, Total Stations, and 3D laser scanning.
• Perform quality control checks on all survey data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with engineers, geologists, and production teams to provide essential spatial information.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Attention to detail

Mine surveying

Education

Advanced Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Mine planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Chief Surveyor to join their operations in the active mining region of Rustenburg . This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all survey data, underpinning critical decisions related to mine planning, development, and production. You will lead a team of surveyors, implement cutting-edge surveying technologies, and maintain precise spatial records of the mine workings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mine surveying, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of accuracy within the North West mining industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mine surveying department, including staff supervision and workload allocation.
• Conduct and oversee all types of mine surveys, including surface, underground, and stockpile surveys.
• Ensure the accurate creation, maintenance, and updating of mine plans and geological models.
• Implement and maintain the latest surveying technologies and methodologies, including GPS, Total Stations, and 3D laser scanning.
• Perform quality control checks on all survey data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with engineers, geologists, and production teams to provide essential spatial information.

Requirements

• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Professional registration with a relevant surveying body (e.g., PLATO).
• Minimum of 7 years of specialized experience in mining surveying , preferably in South Africa .
• Proficiency with surveying software such as AutoCAD, GIS, and mine planning packages.
• Experience with various surveying instruments and data processing techniques.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with excellent bonus structures.
• Comprehensive medical and pension plan.
• Generous leave allowance and paid time off.
• Opportunity to work with advanced surveying equipment and technologies.
• Support for professional development and continued education.