Mine Surveyor - Underground

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to advanced surveying tech

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a detail-oriented Mine Surveyor for an underground mining project near Port Elizabeth. You will establish mine layouts, control points, and development alignments using Total Stations, GPS, and laser scanners, while monitoring volumes and ensuring accuracy for planning and production.

The role requires a Mine Surveying or Geomatics degree and at least 4 years of underground experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Vulcan, and Surpac.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mine Surveying or Geomatics required.
• Minimum 4 years of underground surveying experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Vulcan, Surpac and field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise underground surveying for mine layouts and control points.
• Monitor excavation progress and volumes of ore and waste; ensure accuracy.
• Prepare survey plans, cross-sections, and contour maps of underground workings.
• Collaborate with mine engineers, geologists, and supervisors for planning data.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Vulcan

Surpac

Total Stations

GPS

Laser Scanners

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Mine Surveyor to join their underground mining operations near Port Elizabeth. This role is crucial for accurately establishing and maintaining underground workings, controlling mine development, and ensuring volumetric calculations for ore and waste. You will utilize advanced surveying equipment and techniques to provide essential data for mine planning and production. This is a vital position for a skilled surveyor looking to contribute to the safe and efficient operation of a significant mining project in the Eastern Cape, ensuring precise spatial control deep within the earth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct precise underground surveying to establish mine layouts, control points, and development alignments.
• Monitor and record excavation progress, volumes of ore and waste, and structural integrity of mine openings.
• Utilize Total Stations, GPS, laser scanners, and other surveying instruments and software.
• Prepare survey plans, cross-sections, and contour maps of underground workings.
• Liaise with mine engineers, geologists, and supervisors to provide accurate spatial data for planning and production.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain survey equipment.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with specific experience in underground operations.
• Proficiency with surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vulcan, Surpac) and hardware.
• Knowledge of relevant mining legislation and surveying standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in challenging underground environments.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with potential for overtime.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the mining sector.
• Exposure to advanced surveying technologies in Port Elizabeth mining projects.
• A commitment to safety and a supportive team environment.