Mine Surveyor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Stable long-term employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape seeks an experienced Mine Surveyor to map and measure mine sites, supporting engineering, geology and production teams with accurate survey data.

The role covers surface and underground surveys, control networks, mine plans, cross-sections, and topographic maps, requiring proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser scanners and software.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, preferably in open-pit or underground mining.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments (total stations, data collectors, GNSS) and software (AutoCAD, Deswik, Minex).
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surface and underground surveys using total stations, GPS/GNSS, and laser scanners.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks throughout the mine site.
• Prepare and update mine plans, cross-sections, and topographic maps.
• Monitor and record excavation progress, volumes of material moved, and stockpile inventories.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to mine surveying.
• Collaborate with engineers and geologists to integrate survey data into mine planning and design processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Deswik

Minex

GNSS

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Mine Surveyor to join their operational team in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is crucial for accurately mapping and measuring the mine site, ensuring that all operations adhere to planned designs and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for conducting surface and underground surveys, managing survey data, and providing critical spatial information to engineering, geology, and production teams. The ideal candidate is proficient with modern surveying equipment and software and possesses a strong commitment to accuracy and safety in all fieldwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct surface and underground surveys using total stations, GPS/GNSS, and laser scanners.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks throughout the mine site.
• Prepare and update mine plans , cross-sections, and topographic maps.
• Monitor and record excavation progress, volumes of material moved, and stockpile inventories.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to mine surveying.
• Collaborate with engineers and geologists to integrate survey data into mine planning and design processes.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, preferably in open-pit or underground mining .
• Proficiency with surveying instruments (total stations, data collectors, GNSS) and software (e.g., AutoCAD, Deswik, Minex).
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in challenging site conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant mining projects.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company.
• A collaborative work environment focused on operational excellence.