Digital Mine Survey Lead - 3D, Drone & GIS Expert

Placements24; Nuwerus; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑or‑

Comprehensive medical aid and pension

Job summary

Placements24 has partnered with a progressive mining operation to recruit a Lead Mining Surveyor based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role oversees spatial data management, digital surveying initiatives, and the creation of a digital twin of the mine.

You will lead a team of surveyors, implement 3D laser scanning, drone surveys, and GIS systems, and collaborate with mine planning, operations, and IT to improve safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma or Bachelor degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• At least 6 years in mine surveying, with 2+ in leadership.
• Experience with LiDAR, drone photogrammetry, AutoCAD, Carlson, Leica Infinity; GIS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all mine surveying activities.
• Implement advanced surveying technologies including total stations, GPS/GNSS, 3D laser scanners, and drones.
• Develop and manage the mine's digital spatial database and GIS systems.
• Process survey data to generate topographic maps, models, and volumes.
• Ensure accurate mine modeling and reconciliation for production reporting.
• Collaborate with mine planning and engineering for spatial data.
• Train and mentor junior surveyors.
• Oversee adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Develop data quality control and assurance procedures.
• Stay abreast of technological advances in mining surveying.

Skills

Team leadership

Surveying software proficiency

GIS platforms

Data processing/analysis

Education

Advanced Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying, Geomatics, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson Survey

Leica Infinity

ArcGIS

QGIS

LiDAR

Drone photogrammetry

Job description

Placements24 has partnered with a progressive mining operation to recruit a Lead Mining Surveyor based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role oversees spatial data management, digital surveying initiatives, and the creation of a digital twin of the mine.

You will lead a team of surveyors, implement 3D laser scanning, drone surveys, and GIS systems, and collaborate with mine planning, operations, and IT to improve safety and efficiency.