Senior Surveyor

A Mine in Hotazel NC is looking for a Senior Surveyor

Responsibilities

The Senior Surveyor is responsible for leading and managing all surveying activities at the open cast mine, ensuring the accurate, reliable, and timely provision of survey data to support mine planning, production, and operational decision-making. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of mine design, resource estimation, and operational efficiency, while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company standards. The Senior Surveyor provides leadership and guidance to junior survey staff, fosters a culture of safety and professionalism, and collaborates closely with engineers, mine planners, and management to optimize operations.
• BSc or B-Tech Mine Surveying
• Honours Degree in Surveying (advantageous).
• Mine Surveyor's Certificate of Competency (essential).
• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• Drone Pilot License (essential)
• Minimum of 5–7 years' relevant experience in an open cast mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of mine planning software and survey equipment (e.g., GPS, Total Station, CAD packages).
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
• Valid driver's licence

Advanced technical surveying skills in open-cast mine

operations, including setting out bench levels, pit limits, haul

roads, and stockpiles.

• Proficient with GPS, total stations, drones, and laser scanning for

mapping, monitoring, and data collection.

• Ability to process survey data, create 3D models, and generate

accurate mine plans.

• Perform volume calculations for stockpiles, pit excavations, and

production reconciliations.

• Skilled in CAD and GIS software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and survey

instruments/software (Leica, Trimble, Topcon).

• Experienced with mine planning software such as Surpac,

Mindsight, or Vulcan.

• Strong understanding of mine safety regulations, risk

assessments, and safe survey practices.

• Knowledge of environmental considerations including land

rehabilitation, water management, and operational impact.

• Plan and coordinate survey activities according to production

schedules.

• Liaise effectively with engineers, geologists, production

managers, and contractors.

• Supervise and mentor junior surveyors and field assistants.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to address surveying

challenges and recommend mine design adjustments.

• Clear communication skills for reporting survey results, mine

layout updates, and deviations to management.

• Prepare technical reports, maps, and presentations for

stakeholders.

• Knowledge of mining regulations, property boundaries, and

statutory reporting requirements.

• Attention to detail, leadership, teamwork, and adaptability in

dynamic mine environments.

Duties
• Advanced technical surveying skills in open-cast mine

operations, including setting out bench levels, pit limits, haul

roads, and stockpiles.

• Proficient with GPS, total stations, drones, and laser scanning for

mapping, monitoring, and data collection.

• Ability to process survey data, create 3D models, and generate

accurate mine plans.

• Perform volume calculations for stockpiles, pit excavations, and

production reconciliations.

• Skilled in CAD and GIS software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and survey

instruments/software (Leica, Trimble, Topcon).

• Strong understanding of mine safety regulations, risk

assessments, and safe survey practices.

• Knowledge of environmental considerations including land

rehabilitation, water management, and operational impact.

• Plan and coordinate survey activities according to production

schedules.

• Liaise effectively with engineers, geologists, production

managers, and contractors.

• Supervise and mentor junior surveyors and field assistants.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to address surveying

challenges and recommend mine design adjustments.

• Clear communication skills for reporting survey results, mine

layout updates, and deviations to management.

• Prepare technical reports, maps, and presentations for

stakeholders.

• Knowledge of mining regulations, property boundaries, and

statutory reporting requirements.

• Attention to detail, leadership, teamwork, and adaptability in

dynamic mine environments.

Qualifications

BSc or B-Tech Mine Surveying

• Honours Degree in Surveying (advantageous).

• Mine Surveyor's Certificate of Competency (essential).

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.

• Drone Pilot License (essential)

• Minimum of 5–7 years' relevant experience in an open cast

mining environment.

• Strong knowledge of mine planning software and survey

equipment (e.g., GPS, Total Station, CAD packages).

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.

• Valid driver's licence