Mine Surveyor - Underground Operations

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive annual salary

Access to advanced survey technology

Retirement fund contribution

Comprehensive medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Mine Surveyor to support underground mining operations in Centurion, Gauteng. You will map underground workings, establish survey control, and ensure compliance with mine plans using advanced surveying tools.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement between site and office, a competitive package, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a safety-focused, technically driven environment.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Mine Surveyor with underground mining exposure.
• Proficiency with Total Stations, GPS and laser scanners; experience with Surpac/AutoCAD.
• Strong attention to detail; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct underground surveys to establish survey control and map mine excavations.
• Monitor and record mine advance, subsidence, and ground movement using specialized equipment.
• Prepare and maintain mine plans, sections, and 3D models of underground workings.
• Calibrate and maintain survey instruments for accuracy.
• Assist engineers in setting out underground tunnels, stopes and structures.
• Process and analyze survey data and produce reports for planning and operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

Total Stations

GPS

Laser scanners

Surpac

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and technically proficient Mine Surveyor to support their underground mining operations in Centurion, Gauteng . This role is crucial for accurately mapping underground workings, ensuring compliance with mining plans, and maintaining precise spatial data. You will work closely with mine management and engineering teams to provide essential survey information that underpins safe and efficient extraction. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled surveyor to contribute to a major mining project, utilizing cutting-edge technology in a role that demands precision and a deep understanding of underground environments, within a company that prioritizes safety and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct precise underground surveys to establish survey control and map mine excavations.
• Monitor and record mine advance, subsidence, and ground movement using specialized equipment.
• Prepare and maintain accurate mine plans, sections, and 3D models of underground workings.
• Calibrate and maintain survey instruments, ensuring their accuracy and reliability.
• Assist engineers in setting out underground tunnels, stopes, and other mine structures.
• Process and analyze survey data, producing reports for mine planning and operational teams.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying or Geomatics.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Mine Surveyor, with significant exposure to underground mining .
• Proficiency in using survey equipment such as Total Stations, GPS, and laser scanners.
• Experience with mine surveying software (e.g., Surpac, AutoCAD) is required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Access to advanced survey technology and professional development.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between site and office.
• Contribution to a retirement fund and comprehensive medical aid.
• A collaborative environment that values accuracy and technical expertise in mining.