Mine Surveyor - Underground Operations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Training on latest surveying tech

Accommodation near Bloemfontein

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Mine Surveyor to join an underground mining team in Bloemfontein. You will set out locations, measure excavations, and maintain mine plans to ensure precise spatial control for safe operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Bachelor's in Mine Surveying/Geomatics with 5+ years in underground settings, proficient in AutoCAD and Vulcan, and experienced with GPS and laser scanning; strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with significant underground experience
• Proficiency with mine surveying software (AutoCAD, Vulcan Survey)
• Experience with GPS and laser scanning technologies
• Strong understanding of mine planning and geological principles
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise surveys within underground mining environments, including setting out drives, stopes, and ventilation airways
• Measure and record volumes of ore extracted and development progress
• Maintain and update digital mine plans and databases using specialized surveying software
• Perform reconciliation of geological models with actual mine development
• Operate and maintain survey equipment (total stations, theodolites, laser scanners)
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory survey standards for underground mining

Skills

Mine Surveying

Underground Ops

AutoCAD

Vulcan Survey

GPS & Laser

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Vulcan

Total Stations

Theodolites

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and skilled Mine Surveyor to join their underground mining team in the Bloemfontein region. This role is essential for ensuring accurate spatial control and mapping of underground mine workings, crucial for safe and efficient operations. You will be responsible for setting out positions, measuring excavations, and maintaining up-to-date mine plans. Your precision and attention to detail will directly contribute to operational planning and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct precise surveys within underground mining environments, including setting out drives, stopes, and ventilation airways.
• Measure and record volumes of ore extracted and development progress.
• Maintain and update digital mine plans and databases using specialized surveying software.
• Perform reconciliation of geological models with actual mine development.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including total stations, theodolites, and laser scanners.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and regulatory survey standards for underground mining .

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mine Surveyor, with significant experience in underground operations.
• Proficiency with mine surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vulcan Survey).
• Experience with modern surveying instruments and techniques, including GPS and laser scanning.
• Strong understanding of mine planning and geological principles.
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth within the mining sector.
• Training on the latest surveying technologies.
• Accommodation and transport provisions near Bloemfontein . A safe and professional working environment.