Senior Survey Officer

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Venetia Diamond Mine; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diamond mining company in Limpopo is seeking a Senior Survey Officer responsible for mine surveying activities. You will coordinate the Survey program, investigate new technologies, manage database integrity, and ensure compliance with mine standards. The role requires proficiency in CAD design and 3D modelling software, with a focus on safety and efficiency. Join us for a challenging and innovative work environment at South Africa's most valuable diamond mine.

Qualifications

• Experience in mine surveying activities.
• Proficient in CAD design and planning.
• Ability to perform Advanced Total Station and GPS Surveys.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the Survey program according to mine standards.
• Investigate new technology in computerized survey fields.
• Prepare month-end production sheets.
• Design layouts using CAD for safety and production.
• Manage the survey database for data integrity.

Skills

Survey program coordination

3D modelling Software usage

Advanced Total Station and GPS Surveys

Data integrity management

Report preparation

Job description

Inclusive, supportive and innovative - come and be part of our bright future at Venetia! South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine is currently being developed underground. This opportunity allows you to be part of one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

Our dedication to quality and high performance extends to our workforce, so we seek talented, ambitious people who will thrive in an environment which fosters individuality, inclusivity and creativity. If you like the idea of challenging and stimulating work in a diverse team, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Description

The Senior Survey Officer is responsible for the coordination and execution of all relevant mine surveying activities as set out in the mining plan for the defined Section or Work Area.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Co-ordinate the Survey program, taking cognizance of mine standards and objectives by:
  • Investigating new technology in computerized and electronic survey fields in order to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
  • Preparing month-end production sheets and sign off as appropriate.
  • Monitoring ore extraction and movement figures.
  • Designing layouts using CAD for optimum safety, production and extraction of reserves in consultation with the Chief Surveyor.
  • Planning the excavation and effecting the surveying thereof, in conjunction with the Chief Surveyor, using 3D modelling Software.
  • Computation of mineral resources.
  • Digital terrain models in respect of month-end figures and land management.
  • Co-ordinating terrestrial and digital photography for the compilation of electronic plans by pre-planning areas to be mapped with control points and base calculations.
  • Planning and preparing daily, monthly and yearly forecasts in conjunction with planning department.
  • Carrying out critical, short and long- term planning in collaboration with the planning department and the Chief Surveyor in order to achieve goals.
• Performing Advanced Total Station and GPS Surveys, Capital and Primary Development Surveys (Shaft Sinking and Development).
• Performing month-end Tachometric Surveys and level profiling.
• Providing geotechnical, geological structural mapping and draughting services, taking cognizance of Mine standards and objectives inter alia:
  • Managing the survey database to control the integrity of electronic data captured by conducting manual and computer checks.
  • Preparing reports and returns for the Inspectorate.
  • Compiling survey layouts as per code of practice.
  • Supervising the staking and reducing re-drilling of holes and "as drilled" blasting patterns.
  • Performing surface and underground survey and borehole survey functions and liaising with geotechnical, geology, environmental (ventilation), production and planning departments.
  • Quantifying weekly and monthly production