MINING SURVEYOR FOR MINING

A Mining Surveyor measures, maps, and monitors surface and underground mining operations to guide safe extraction, maintain statutory compliance, and calculate material volumes. Job Overview & Objective The Mining Surveyor is responsible for accurate spatial data collection, surface and underground plan updates, and volume/tonnage calculations for mineral deposits. They work closely with mining engineers and operations teams to direct excavation, monitor ground stability, and enforce safety regulations. Key Responsibilities Surface & Underground Mapping: Conduct detailed surveys to record the size, shape, elevation, and direction of tunnels, open-pit benches, and working faces. Volume & Tonnage Calculations: Measure extracted ore, overburden, spoil piles, and stockpiles to support operational planning and financial reporting. Mine Planning & Control: Peg drill patterns for blasting, mark out structural boundaries, and control the alignment of underground development. Statutory Compliance: Prepare, certify, and update official mine plans in accordance with regulatory bodies (such as DGMS or local mining authorities). Ground Stability & Safety Monitoring: Assess movement, subsidence, and potential hazards using modern scanning tools. Data Integration: Build 3D models and site maps utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS), CAD, and drone/laser scan data.