Senior Mine Survey Manager — Surface & Underground (Soweto)

Placements24; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Diverse surveying challenges

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Survey Manager to lead on-site surveying operations in Soweto, Gauteng, covering surface and underground environments. You will supervise a team of surveyors, establish control networks for planning and production, and coordinate with planning, geology and engineering to supply essential spatial data.

The role requires a degree or diploma in Surveying/Geomatics, PLATO registration, and at least 6 years in mine surveying with supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in Surveying or Geomatics and relevant professional registration.
• Minimum 6 years in mine surveying with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with survey software and instruments such as AutoCAD, LISCAD, GPS, and laser scanners.

Responsabilités

• Lead mine surveying activities across surface and underground environments.
• Establish and maintain control networks for planning and production.
• Oversee data collection and processing using advanced equipment and software.
• Ensure accuracy of mine plans, cross-sections, and volumetric calculations.
• Manage survey instruments including total stations, GPS, and laser scanners.
• Train and mentor junior surveyors.
• Ensure compliance with surveying standards, regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with mining, geology and engineering teams for spatial data.
• Prepare and present survey reports and data to management.
• Implement new surveying technologies to improve efficiency.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Survey data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Surveying or Geomatics

PLATO registration

Outils

AutoCAD

LISCAD

Total stations

GPS

Drone surveying

Description du poste

Our client, a key player in the Mining industry, is seeking an experienced and diligent Mine Survey Manager to lead their surveying operations in Soweto, Gauteng. This role is essential for providing accurate spatial data and control for all mining activities, ensuring the integrity of mine infrastructure and resource boundaries. The Mine Survey Manager will be responsible for overseeing a team of surveyors, managing survey equipment, and ensuring adherence to surveying standards and regulations. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of surveying techniques applicable to both surface and underground mining environments. This is a vital role within a significant mining operation in the bustling province of Gauteng. The company is committed to upholding the highest standards of operational precision and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all mine surveying activities, including surface and underground surveys.
• Establish and maintain precise control networks for mine planning, development, and production.
• Oversee the collection and processing of survey data using advanced equipment and software.
• Ensure the accuracy of mine plans, cross-sections, and volumetric calculations.
• Manage and maintain survey instruments, including total stations, GPS, and laser scanners.
• Train and mentor junior surveyors, ensuring competence and adherence to best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant surveying standards, legislation, and company policies.
• Collaborate with mine planning, geology, and engineering departments to provide essential spatial data.
• Prepare and present survey reports, plans, and data as required by management.
• Implement new surveying technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics from a recognized institution.
• Professional registration with a relevant body (e.g., PLATO) is required.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in mine surveying, with proven experience in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency in using surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, LISCAD, 3D modelling software) and instruments.
• Solid understanding of cadastral, engineering, and underground surveying principles.
• Experience with GPS, laser scanning, and drone surveying technologies is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Willingness to work on-site in Soweto, Gauteng, and adapt to operational requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for overtime compensation.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Exposure to diverse surveying challenges within a significant mining operation.
• Work in a dynamic environment within the economically crucial Gauteng province.
• Contribution to a company that values precision, safety, and operational excellence.