Mine Surveyor

We are seeking an experience Mine Surveyor to provide accurate, timely, and safe surveying services to support mining operations at CSA. The role focuses on operational survey delivery, data capture, and compliance support.

Roster:

This role will be based onsite in Cobar, NSW working an 8/6 days FIFO roster from Brisbane or Sydney with local candidates highly regarded.

Key responsibilities include:

Operational Surveying

• Complete underground and surface surveys for development, production, projects, and infrastructure.
• Set out development lines, drill patterns, and infrastructure locations in accordance with engineering    designs.
• Maintain and verify survey control networks to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Conduct scans, cavity monitoring, and other specialised pickups as required.

Data Processing & Plan Updating

• Process survey data and update mine plans, strings and 3D models in line with site standards
• Maintain accurate digital records of all survey pickups and associated metadata
• Produce drawings, plans and spatial information for operational teams, engineering and geology

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Support the Senior Mine Surveyor and Statuory Surveyor in meeting statutory requirements under WHS (Mine & Petroleum Sites) legislation
• Perform routine compliance checks including excavation conformance, void vaildation, and survey control audits
• Identify and report any discrepancies, hazards or non-compliance issues promptly

Operational Support & Communication

• Provide survey support to production, development, and project teams to ensure work is executed to design.
• Attend operational planning meetings when required to clarify survey priorities and constraints.
• Timely communication of survey requirements, limitations, and outcomes clearly to supervisors and technical teams.

Equipment & Technology

• Operate and maintain survey instruments including total stations, scanners, tablets, and associated software.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and coordinate equipment repairs or calibrations through the Senior Mine Surveyor.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of survey workflows, technology use, and data quality.

What we are looking for

• Tertiary qualification in Mine Surveying, Spatial Science, or related discipline. 
• Manual drivers licence
• Expereince in underground hard-rock mining preferred but not essential
• Competence with survey instrumentation and mine survey software (Deswick, Maptek, Leica)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to work safely and independently in an underground environment

What are benefits of working for Harmony, CSA Mine?

• Competitive salary including eligibility to participate in bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic international organisation.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including access to gym and pool facilities to our employees and their dependants in Cobar.
• Join a business that is growing in Australia and exposed to the high growth commodities of copper and gold. 

To Apply:

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online by clicking ‘Apply’. Please include a Cover Letter which outlines how your skills and experience align with this role.

We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application. While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Please note: All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia and will be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

To learn more about Harmony and CSA Mine, please visit: https://www.harmony.co.za/operations/australia/csa-copper-mine/