UG Mine Surveyor

Secure a permanent role, long-term role with an UG mining principal. 2:2 roster. FIFO ex Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns, 10+ year LOM, LHOS methods.

• Have your name a name associated with the development of a new mine
• 2:2 roster (FIFO ex Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville)
• Reporting to the Senior Mine Surveyor

The Opportunity

This is an extremely unique opportunity for an experienced underground hard rock mine surveyor to have their name associated with the development of a new mine whilst managing challenges from an adjacent established deep mine with an extensive production history. This position offers the following opportunities;

• Join a diverse team of 15 with strong tenure and low turnover
• Convenient 5-minute commute to site from camp (newly renovated camp facilities)
• Chartered flights to Cloncurry from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns
• A rare opportunity to choose your roster; 8:6 or 2:2 (your choice of the day going in and out)
• Secure permanent employment at a site with a 10-year mine life
• Company perks including a site car, competitive salary, superannuation, and production bonuses
• Collaborate with a specialized underground mining contractor awarded the development contract for their new underground project

The Company

This growth-focused Australian resources company is dedicated to building a portfolio of gold and copper assets through exploration, development, and acquisition. The company is expanding its existing processing plant and extending the mine's life through the development of a nearby deposit. Some of the key benefits that attract people to this business include; -

• Long-term employment prospects with an attractive 10+ year mine life
• Ambitious growth plans to become a mid-tier copper producer
• Impressive share price growth over the last 12 months
• Focused on future proof commodities (renewable energy)
• Well backed business with a strong balance sheets
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and skills advancement

The Project

Exciting times lie ahead for this principal miner as they have recently received approvals of a new mining lease which will see the expansion of their existing processing plant, whilst extending the mine's life by another 10 years. Based in Northern Queensland, the mine employs a combination of long hole open stoping and sub level caving mining methods. The deep sections of the mine are seismically active, often experiencing rock defamation in the shoulders subject to high stress.

The Roster & Camp Facilities

Enjoy a FIFO position on an 2:2 roster with options to fly out of with Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville. Camp and meals are provided at accommodation in fully equipped camp with transfers organised from the airport. Other benefits include; -

• Chartered flight to a nearby airport on company time
• Your choice of either a Mon-Mon, Weds-Weds or Thurs-Thurs roster
• Accommodation at walking distance to the mine site
• Gourmet meals crafted with care by their seasoned resident chefs

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Mine Surveyor, you'll work closely within a supportive technical services team, delivering daily survey services to ensure mining operations are carried out efficiently and safely. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Operate survey equipment and apply best practices to generate precise survey data efficiently.
• Set up survey stations to guide mining direction accurately.
• Perform exact mark-ups of designs for both horizontal and vertical development.
• Produce high-quality survey plans and memos promptly, as needed.
• Carry out development pick-ups and keep as-built survey models updated accurately.
• Conduct CMS surveys as needed, ensuring result validation.
• Complete end-of-month surveys for both underground and surface areas.
• Perform small-scale aerial surveys across mining leases.
• Execute surface set-outs and pickups.
• Handle various additional survey tasks as required.
• Keep survey equipment well-maintained, ensuring calibration and adjustments meet standards.

Your Value

• A tertiary qualification in surveying, science, geomatics, or a related field
• 3+ years' experience working in an underground hard rock mining environment
• Proficiency with mining industry software such as GEOVIA Surpac and Pix4D Mapper
• Familiarity with Leica Survey Instruments (desirable)
• Experience in drone operation with RePL certification (desirable)
• Strong numerical skills

What's Next?

Applications are being reviewed for immediate process. For more information, please apply and request to see the detailed understanding your site pack for the project.

For a confidential conversation, call Eloise Pullan in the Marble Mining Team on 0477 455 399.

All applications are dealt with the strictest of confidence and with discretion.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Eloise Pullan | epullan@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2260 | 0477 455 399

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