Mine Surveyor - On-Site Operations

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Accommodation allowance

Career advancement

Diverse mining projects

Annual performance bonuses

Safety gear

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mine Surveyor to join our clients’ mining operations in Gauteng, South Africa. The role is hands-on and requires close collaboration with mine management, engineers, and operations to ensure accurate planning and safe surveying practices.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience and a Diploma/Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics, with proficiency in total stations, GPS, and standard mining software.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying, Geomatics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' Mine Surveyor experience in surface/underground mining.
• Proficient with total stations, GPS receivers, digital levels.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Surpac or MinePlan.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys of open-pit and underground sites using advanced equipment.
• Establish control points for workings and infrastructure.
• Prepare mine plans, sections, and volume calculations.
• Monitor progress against designs and update plans as needed.
• Integrate survey data into mine planning software with engineers/geologists.
• Maintain calibration of surveying instruments and safety standards.

Skills

Surveying equipment proficiency

Spatial reasoning

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Surpac

MinePlan

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the mining sector, is actively seeking a skilled and experienced Mine Surveyor to join their operations based in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA. This critical role involves the precise measurement and mapping of mine sites, ensuring the accuracy of excavation, planning, and production activities. The Mine Surveyor will work closely with mine management, engineers, and operational teams to provide essential spatial data and guidance. This is a hands‑on, on‑site position that requires a strong presence at the mine location, ensuring all surveying tasks are performed to the highest standards of accuracy and safety. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing mine planning and contributing to the efficient extraction of resources. We are looking for an individual who is meticulous, technically proficient, and dedicated to supporting safe and productive mining operations through expert surveying.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed surveys of open‑pit and underground mine sites using advanced surveying equipment and techniques.
• Establishing and maintaining control points for mine workings and infrastructure.
• Preparing accurate mine plans, sections, and volume calculations for production and planning purposes.
• Monitoring and verifying the progress of mining operations against planned designs.
• Using GPS, total stations, scanners, and drone technology for data acquisition.
• Collaborating with mine engineers and geologists to integrate survey data into mine planning software.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices for all surveying activities.
• Producing reports on survey findings and participating in site planning meetings.
• Maintaining and calibrating all surveying instruments and equipment.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of survey procedures.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as a Mine Surveyor, preferably in a surface or underground mining environment.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS receivers, and digital levels.
• Experience with surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Surpac, MinePlan).
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles and practices.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and mathematical skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a mining environment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work on‑site in challenging conditions.
• Good communication skills to liaise with various site personnel.
• Commitment to upholding high safety standards on site.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Accommodation and subsistence allowance for on‑site work.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Exposure to diverse mining projects and technologies.
• Annual performance bonuses based on individual and company achievements.
• Provision of necessary safety equipment and work gear.
• Regular training and professional development.
• A strong safety culture and supportive work environment.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for qualified candidates.