Mine Surveyor - Surface and Underground

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Team safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Surveyor to support operations near Vereeniging in Gauteng. You will establish survey control for surface and underground works, collect spatial data, and ensure precise positioning of excavations, infrastructure, and equipment.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics, with 4+ years of field experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, Surpac and TBC.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in surface and underground surveying.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Surpac, TBC and GNSS devices.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain survey control networks for surface and underground mine workings.
• Conduct volumetric surveys for stockpile management, excavation volumes, and rehabilitation progress.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including total stations, GPS receivers, and laser scanners.
• Process and reduce survey data using specialized software to generate accurate maps, plans, and models.
• Collaborate closely with mine planners, geologists, and engineering teams to provide essential spatial information.
• Ensure all survey activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, and company safety protocols.

Skills

Mine surveying

Geomatics

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Surpac

TBC

GNSS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Mine Surveyor to join their operations near Vereeniging. This role is vital for accurately mapping and measuring all aspects of mining activities, both on the surface and underground. You will be responsible for establishing survey control, collecting spatial data, and ensuring the precise positioning of excavations, infrastructure, and equipment. Your work provides the fundamental spatial data required for safe and efficient mine planning, design, and operations within the Gauteng mining landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain survey control networks for surface and underground mine workings.
• Conduct volumetric surveys for stockpile management, excavation volumes, and rehabilitation progress.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including total stations, GPS receivers, and laser scanners.
• Process and reduce survey data using specialized software to generate accurate maps, plans, and models.
• Collaborate closely with mine planners, geologists, and engineering teams to provide essential spatial information.
• Ensure all survey activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, and company safety protocols.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with exposure to both surface and underground environments.
• Proficiency in survey data processing software (e.g., \"AutoCAD, Surpac, TBC\").
• Experience with various surveying instruments and GNSS technology.
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles and legal requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to work across diverse mining environments.
• Continuous professional development and access to new technologies.
• Supportive team atmosphere focused on precision and safety.