Mining Survey Apprentice: Field Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training in miningSurvey

Mentorship from senior surveyors

Exposure to advanced surveying tech

Structured learning & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape invites applicants for a Mining Survey Technician Apprentice. The role involves extensive fieldwork, mapping underground and surface mine sites, and training on GPS, total stations, and laser scanners.

You will work closely with engineering and geoscience teams while adhering to strong safety practices. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced surveyors, and exposure to advanced surveying software.

Qualifications

• Matriculation or equivalent with strong passes in Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Keen interest in surveying, mining, and spatial data analysis.
• Excellent spatial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately under challenging conditions (remote/underground).
• Physically fit for fieldwork in rugged terrain.
• Willingness to work shifts and travel to mine sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior surveyors in topographic and geological surveys of mine sites.
• Learn to operate and maintain surveying equipment (total stations, GPS, data loggers).
• Collect, process and analyze survey data to create maps and models.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks within the mine.
• Perform volume calculations for excavations and stockpiles.
• Ensure all survey work adheres to mine safety regulations and standards.
• Monitor ground movement and slope stability.
• Prepare survey reports and contribute to spatial data management.
• Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists and operations teams.
• Develop proficiency in surveying software packages.

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape invites applicants for a Mining Survey Technician Apprentice. The role involves extensive fieldwork, mapping underground and surface mine sites, and training on GPS, total stations, and laser scanners.

You will work closely with engineering and geoscience teams while adhering to strong safety practices. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced surveyors, and exposure to advanced surveying software.