Section Surveyor

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading platinum producer in Mokopane seeks a skilled Surveyor to manage data and perform excavation measurements. Candidates must hold a Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science, as well as Chamber of Mines certificates in Advanced Mine Survey and Mine Valuation. A minimum of 4 years of survey experience is required. The role demands strong analytical skills as well as effective communication and teamwork. Join us and contribute to a safe and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in survey required.
• Proficiency in Pix4D and Modelmaker is advantageous.
• Chamber of Mines certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Administer information recording systems and back up data.
• Perform excavation measurements and analyze survey data.
• Lead survey teams and generate improvement ideas.

Skills

Survey experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Grade 12 with minimum 50% in math and Physical science

Chamber of Mines certificate in Advanced Mine Survey

Chamber of Mines certificate in Mine Valuation

National Diploma or higher in Survey or Geomatics

Tools

Pix4D

Modelmaker

Job description

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

This role is based in Mokopane, Limpopo.

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Administering effective information recording systems
• Backing up data systems
• Performing monthly production measuring
• Performing open pit excavation measurements
• Gather, process, analyse and report on all relevant spatial information
• Analysing Survey Data
• Reviewing reports and outputs for accuracy.
• Reconciling tonnage and ore reserves.
• Apply specialist knowledge to recommend, implement, operate, and maintain appropriate technical systems.
• Preparing appropriate reports and documentation
• Issuing survey instructions and notifications
• Prepare and publish an approved ‘Floor Spots Report’ for incentive payments.
• Measuring open pit excavations
• Manage and control RPAS supplier and validate data captured by drone equipment through thorough analysis of Pix-4D processed point cloud data.
• Performing open pit excavation measurements
• Installing survey pegs – permanent and temporary
• Installing bench and ramp system grade boxes in accordance with the mine design layout.
• Issue an actual ‘Summary of Floor Elevations at Loading Areas’ report to inform the mining department of loading deviations.
• Measuring excavations open pit.
• Working as a Survey Team
• Supervising survey teams
• Communicating with others in a verbal and non-verbal manner
• Ensuring team work expectations and plans are clear
• Ensuring high standard of housekeeping
• Completing role administration requirements
• Generating improvement ideas
• Participating in meetings
• Demonstrate safety leadership, sustainable development, and Valterra Platinum Values.
• Comply with appropriate risk mitigation and risk management systems
• Comply with all relevant legal, environmental, occupational health, safety and risk management standards and leading practices.

This role is at a Band 7 level reporting to the Pit Surveyor.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with minimum 50% in math and Physical science
• Chamber of Mines certificate in Advanced Mine Survey and Chamber of Mines certificate in Mine Valuation
• Advantageous: National Diploma, National Higher Diploma, B-Tech or BSC in Survey or Geomatics, B-Tech Mineral Resource Management
• Advantageous - RPAS Pilot License

Experience and knowledge

• A minimum of 4 years survey experience
• Advantageous – Pix4D and Modelmaker

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.