Remote Chief Surveyor

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Chief Surveyor for a fully remote role overseeing surveying across global mining operations. You will establish survey control, manage data acquisition, and ensure spatial data integrity for mine planning, design, and reporting.

The ideal candidate brings a decade of surveying experience, including at least five years in a leadership role, with expertise in GNSS, LiDAR, and CAD workflows. This high-impact position offers autonomy and global reach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of surveying experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within mining or construction.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience with modern surveying equipment and software (Total Stations, GNSS, LiDAR, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Carlson).
• Strong understanding of geodetic principles and coordinate systems.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and projects effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement surveying strategies and standards for all company projects.
• Oversee the acquisition, processing, and management of all survey data, including topographic, boundary, and control surveys.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of survey data used for mine planning, design, and construction.
• Manage and mentor a team of remote surveyors and technicians.
• Evaluate and recommend new surveying technologies and equipment for adoption.
• Liaise with external survey consultants and regulatory bodies as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

PLS or equivalent

Tools

Total Stations

GNSS

LiDAR

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned and forward-thinking Chief Surveyor for a fully remote position. This critical role involves providing leadership and technical oversight for all surveying activities across their global mining operations. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining precise survey control, managing data acquisition, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all spatial information essential for mine planning, operations, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a deep expertise in geomatics and surveying technologies, with a proven ability to manage remote teams and implement state-of-the-art surveying solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement surveying strategies and standards for all company projects.
• Oversee the acquisition, processing, and management of all survey data, including topographic, boundary, and control surveys.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of survey data used for mine planning, design, and construction.
• Manage and mentor a team of remote surveyors and technicians.
• Evaluate and recommend new surveying technologies and equipment for adoption.
• Liaise with external survey consultants and regulatory bodies as required.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in surveying, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the mining or construction industry.
• Extensive experience with modern surveying equipment and software (e.g., Total Stations, GNSS, LiDAR, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Carlson).
• Strong understanding of geodetic principles and coordinate systems.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and projects effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remuneration package and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work setup with significant autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape the surveying practices of a leading international mining company.