Senior Surveyor

Thungela; Bethal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African thermal coal business is looking for a skilled Senior Surveyor in Bethal, Mpumalanga. In this role, you will manage survey work, supervise the survey team, and ensure safety compliance within the mining area. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma in Surveying, experience in the mining industry, and knowledge of CAD software. The position offers a competitive salary, a focus on employee growth, and adherence to strict safety standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for learning and growth

Rigorous safety standards

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a surveyor in the mining industry.
• Knowledge of relevant CAD software programs is essential.
• SAGC registration as Mine Surveyor Technician would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the surveyors.
• Facilitate survey department’s planning and systems.
• Capture survey information and calculate volumes.

Skills

Surveying

Knowledge of CAD software

People management

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science or equivalent

Diploma/BTECH/Degree in Surveying

Advanced Survey Certificate

Tools

MicroStation

Agisoft

PiX4D

Global Mapper

Surpac

Model Maker

Job description

As the Senior Surveyor you will be primarily responsible to supervise and measure the production targets set out in the survey area of responsibility, notifying operations regarding potential safety risks or transgressions of legal limits of the mining area.

Change is a fact of life for us. Can you help us manage the process?

Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

Job Description

You will take on the responsibility to manage survey work, which includes installation of control points for mining, measurement of volumes mined as well as establishing primary control networks.

Responsibilities

• Supervising managing daily activities of the surveyors
• Facilitating the survey department’s systems and planning monthly survey requirements
• Capturing of all operational activities within Mine license area
• Manage consumables as well as caring for equipment
• Capturing and calculating survey information, which includes downloading and storing data according to standards
• Calculating surveyed points and recording of information according to standards as well as importing data to the CAD software
• Calculating mine volumes and generating mining plans
• Compilation of production reports, adhoc reports and advising on relevant legal requirements
• Providing input to Survey Manager with regards to planning production results and figures
• Drafting section plans, indication mining hazards
• Drafting of hazard identification for approximated to Risk Assessment
• Drafting of monthly and weekly production plans
• Providing coaching, mentoring, and training to surveyors, assistants and learners

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science or equivalent
• Diploma/ BTECH/ Degree in Surveying
• Advanced Survey Certificate
• SAGC registration as Mine Surveyor Technician would be advantageous

Experience

• Extensive experience as a surveyor in the mining industry
• Knowledge of CAD (MicroStation, Agisoft, PiX4D, Global mapper, Surpac and Model Maker) software programs is highly essential.

Additional Information

• Valid Driver’s License
• Broad knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act
• Knowledge of Minerals and Petroleum Act
• Knowledge of survey software packages
• People management and interpersonal skills

What We Offer

When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who We Are

Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

Inclusion and Diversity

Thungela 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 fulfil their potential.

How We Are Committed To Your Safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

How To Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.