Chief Surveyor - Underground Mining

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and pension plans

Professional growth opportunities

Access to modern surveying technology

Accommodation or living-out allowance

Stable, supportive mining environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Chief Surveyor to lead underground surveying operations. You will drive accuracy in mine modeling, boundary control, and volumetric calculations, managing a team of surveyors and ensuring the highest quality standards.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics with at least five years as a Mine Surveyor in underground environments. You will work with AutoCAD and Deswik and use total stations, scanners and GPS to deliver

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum 5 years as Mine Surveyor in underground mining.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Deswik; familiar with total stations, scanners, GPS.
• Knowledge of mining legislation and surveying standards.
• Strong leadership and team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground mine surveying activities including control, setting out, as-built surveys.
• Maintain mine plans, sections, and 3D models of underground workings.
• Perform volumetric calculations for ore, waste, and equipment usage.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of surveying equipment and software.
• Ensure compliance with legal survey requirements and company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Quality control

Education

Diploma/Degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Deswik

Total stations

Scanners

GPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Chief Surveyor to lead the surveying operations for their underground mining projects based near Bloemfontein . This role is critical for ensuring accurate mine modeling, boundary control, and volumetric calculations, directly impacting planning and production efficiency. You will manage a team of surveyors, implement the latest surveying technologies, and maintain rigorous quality control standards. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining the integrity and operational success of the mine, working within a dedicated and professional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all underground mine surveying activities, including primary control, setting out, and as-built surveys.
• Maintain accurate mine plans, sections, and 3D models of underground workings.
• Perform volumetric calculations for ore, waste, and equipment usage.
• Oversee the calibration and maintenance of surveying equipment and software.
• Ensure compliance with legal survey requirements and company standards.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with substantial experience in underground mining environments.
• Proficiency with mine surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, Deswik) and total stations, scanners, and GPS.
• Knowledge of relevant mining legislation and surveying standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits, including medical and pension plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access to modern surveying technology and equipment.
• Accommodation or a generous living-out allowance may be provided.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a reputable mining company.