Senior Mine Surveyor Lead | Richards Bay Projects & Growth

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical coverage

Retirement fund

Accommodation provided

Transport allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Mine Surveyor in Richards Bay to lead a surveying team, oversee surface and underground surveys, and ensure data integrity for mine development and operations.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics, 10+ years in mine surveying with 3+ in supervision, and registration with a professional body. Proficiency with total stations, GPS, laser scanners, AutoCAD and 3D modeling is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mine surveying with leadership experience.
• Diploma/degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Professional registration (e.g., PLATO).
• Proficient with total stations, GPS, laser scanners and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Direct all mine surveying activities for surface and underground.
• Develop procedures, standards and QC measures.
• Interpret survey data to produce mine plans and volumes.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations and environment rules.
• Lead, train and mentor the surveying team.

Skills

Surveying leadership

AutoCAD

GPS

Total stations

Laser scanners

3D modeling

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling software

Total stations

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Mine Surveyor in Richards Bay to lead a surveying team, oversee surface and underground surveys, and ensure data integrity for mine development and operations.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Surveying or Geomatics, 10+ years in mine surveying with 3+ in supervision, and registration with a professional body. Proficiency with total stations, GPS, laser scanners, AutoCAD and 3D modeling is essential.