Mine Surveyor - Underground

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Housing allowance or relocation help

Company-provided survey equipment

Retirement fund and medical aid

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mine Surveyor for underground operations in Mahikeng, North West. This hybrid role combines on-site surveying with office data processing to support development, production, and safety in the mine.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant diploma or degree, 5+ years of underground surveying experience, and proficiency with Surpac, Vulcan, Leica, Trimble and CAD packages, including laser scanning.

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma or degree in Mine Surveying or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of underground mine surveying experience.
• Proficient with Surpac, Vulcan, Leica, Trimble and CAD packages.
• Experience with underground survey instruments and laser scanning.
• Strong geodetic calculations, spatial data management and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and teamwork in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys of underground development, stopes and production areas.
• Establish and maintain survey control for underground workings.
• Prepare mine plans, sections and survey reports using CAD.
• Set out drilling targets and operational areas underground.
• Monitor changes in mine workings and report ore and waste volumes.
• Collaborate with geology and mining engineering teams for survey data.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations during all survey operations.
• Operate and maintain total stations, lasers, and GPS equipment.
• Reconcile survey data with geological models and production records.
• Assist in controlling mine layouts and conform to design parameters.

Skills

Underground surveying

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety mindset

Driver's license

Geospatial data handling

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying

Tools

Surpac

Vulcan

Leica

Trimble

CAD software

Laser scanning

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Mine Surveyor with a focus on underground operations to join their team in Mahikeng, North West, ZA . This hybrid role requires precision and expertise in mapping and measuring subterranean mine workings. You will be responsible for providing accurate spatial data to guide development, production, and safety initiatives within the mine. The position involves a combination of on-site surveying activities and office-based data processing and reporting. We are dedicated to ensuring operational efficiency and safety through accurate surveying. The ideal candidate will be proficient with advanced surveying equipment and software, with a strong understanding of underground surveying challenges. Your role is fundamental in ensuring that mining activities align with geological models and planned excavations, contributing directly to resource recovery and operational success. We value diligence and a commitment to technical accuracy in a dynamic mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct precise surveys of underground mine development, stopes, and production areas.
• Establish and maintain survey control for underground workings.
• Prepare detailed mine plans, sections, and survey reports using CAD software.
• Set out drilling targets, development ends, and operational areas underground.
• Monitor and record changes in mine workings, reporting on volumes of ore and waste.
• Liaise with geology and mining engineering departments to provide necessary survey data.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures during all underground survey operations.
• Operate and maintain survey instruments, including total stations, lasers, and GPS equipment.
• Reconcile survey data with geological models and production records.
• Assist in the control of mine layouts and ensure adherence to design parameters.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with significant underground experience.
• Proficiency in mine surveying software (e.g., Surpac, Vulcan, Leica, Trimble) and CAD applications.
• Experience with underground survey instruments and techniques, including laser scanning.
• Strong understanding of mine surveying principles, geodetic calculations, and spatial data management.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data recording and reporting.
• Good communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with site teams.
• Ability to work effectively and safely in challenging underground mining environments.
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of relevant South African mining legislation concerning surveying.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Exposure to modern underground mining operations.
• Company-provided survey equipment and necessary tools.
• Retirement fund and medical aid contributions.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• A safety-first work culture.
• Housing allowance or assistance for candidates relocating to the Mahikeng, North West, ZA region.
• Career progression opportunities within the mining sector.
• A critical role supporting efficient and safe underground mining.