Lead Mine Survey & Planning Manager

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Diverse challenges

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Mine Survey Manager to lead the surveying team in Soweto, providing accurate spatial data for mine planning and operations. You will supervise surface and underground surveys, ensure data integrity, and drive standards and procedures across the unit.

The ideal candidate holds Pr.M.M.S. or equivalent, has 7+ years in mine surveying with at least 3 in management, and is proficient in AutoCAD, Surpac and Deswik.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Mine Surveyor (Pr.M.M.S.) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 7 years in mine surveying, with at least 3 in a supervisory or management role.
• Proficiency in mine surveying software (AutoCAD, Surpac, Deswik).
• Experience with surveying instruments and technologies.
• Strong understanding of mine spatial planning and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mine surveying activities, including surface, underground, and infrastructure surveys.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of spatial data and maintain survey databases.
• Develop and implement survey procedures and standards.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment (GPS, total stations, laser scanners).
• Prepare survey plans, cross-sections, and volumetric calculations for reporting and planning.
• Provide survey support to mine planning, engineering, and production departments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Registered Professional Mine Surveyor (Pr.M.M.S.)

Tools

AutoCAD

Surpac

Deswik

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Mine Survey Manager to lead the surveying team in Soweto, providing accurate spatial data for mine planning and operations. You will supervise surface and underground surveys, ensure data integrity, and drive standards and procedures across the unit.

The ideal candidate holds Pr.M.M.S. or equivalent, has 7+ years in mine surveying with at least 3 in management, and is proficient in AutoCAD, Surpac and Deswik.