Mine Surveyor – Sunrise Dam Gold Mine
Full Time

Located in the Laverton region, AngloGold Ashanti Australia’s Sunrise Dam is one of Western Australia’s premier gold mines. This large-scale underground operation employs more than 500 people and produces approximately 300,000 ounces of gold per annum. Operating on an attractive 8/6 fly-in fly-out roster, Sunrise Dam boasts excellent accommodation and facilities.

We are now seeking a Mine Surveyor on a permanent basis to join our Underground Mining team based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine.

Accountable to the Senior Surveyor and working with a team of surveyors you will be expected to manage and perform surveying activities to enable the efficient and safe achievement of targeted mine production. This role is FIFO 8/6 from Perth.

*Please note we are also seeking Mine Surveyors at our Tropicana Gold Mine, if of interest please also apply to that advertisement*

The main tasks of the role include but are not limited to:

• Be an active safety leader in line with the companies values, policies and procedures
• Performing mainly underground surveying activities necessary for the efficient and safe achievement of targeted mine production of underground development, production, drilling and surface infrastructure projects
• Perform the collection and processing of survey data and production of plans, reports and other forms of spatial information, including systems to ensure integrity and continued availability of data
• Perform surveying activities to monitor open pit wall stability
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate systems and standards to ensure a continuous and cost effective provision of services.
• Maintenance of survey and ancillary equipment.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory mine plans and reporting requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A formal qualification in Surveying is required
• The possession of a grade 1 Mine Surveyors Certificate (WA) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ideally experience of 2 years in the operation of underground mines sufficient to have qualified as above
• Remote pilots license will be highly regarded
• Hands on experience with Surpac mining software is essential
• Previous experience with software packages Global mapper, GeoMos monitoring and Microsoft Office software would be beneficial
• Previous experience in mine surveying using Leica instruments and Trimble GPS is also required
• Very good practical, planning and prioritising skills combined with the ability to build on the experience gained
• Innovative, have a strong desire to succeed with a demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• Physically capable of performing tasks involving a considerable amount of lifting and manual handling
• Existing an ongoing permanent Australian working rights (mandatory)

This is an excellent opportunity which offers a competitive remuneration package, challenging work and career development prospects within a global mining company.

Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.