Mine Surveyor

Origin Mining Company•Golden Valley, AZ

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chief Mine Engineer, the Mine Surveyor is responsible for conducting surveys, analyzing data, and supporting mine production for the Technical Services Department. The role involves operating various surveying equipment, preparing and submitting daily data reports, managing site survey control data, developing digital machine control models, collaborating with the Geotechnical Team for monitoring, compiling tonnage reconciliation reports, executing surveying projects for facilities, performing ore control staking, producing progress reports, conducting field staking for boundaries, ensuring data accuracy, monitoring mining activities, verifying third-party work, performing pit design compliance checks, and maintaining equipment and inventory. The position requires 70% of time in the field and 30% on data analysis and team collaboration.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Skilled in task prioritization and time management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Minimum of 2 years’ surveying experience, preferably in an open-pit mining environment.
Possess a valid FAA Part 107 sUAS UAV License or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Intermediate knowledge of surface and volumetric calculation methods and procedures.
Intermediate proficiency with mining software such as Maptek/Vulcan and Hexagon/Minesight3D.
Advanced proficiency with surveying CAD software including Trimble Business Center, Autodesk, and Trimble SCS900.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and generate stakeout files for field crews.
Understanding of drill–blast–load–haul open-pit mining sequences.
In-depth knowledge of open-pit mine surveying theories, practices, tools, and technologies.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending English.
Commitment to safety and equipment maintenance.
Land surveying: 2 years (Required)
Driver's License (Required)

Responsibilities

Proficient in operating surveying equipment including RTK/PPK GPS units, Trimble Business Center, terrestrial laser scanners, total stations, and UAVs.
Prepare and submit daily data reports for blast hole designs and bench development.
Manage and update site Master Survey Control data and base stations.
Develop digital machine control models for heavy equipment.
Collaborate with the Geotechnical Team to monitor subsidence in highwalls, working faces, and the tailings storage facility using radar, total stations, GPS, and InSAR technology.
Compile and analyze data for tonnage reconciliation reports.
Execute surveying projects for mill facilities and ancillary construction activities.
Perform ore control staking as directed by Mine Geology.
Produce daily, weekly, and monthly progress survey reports for tracking and reconciliation.
Conduct field staking and maintain records for claim boundaries, authorized disturbance limits, and private/public land boundaries.
Ensure accuracy and quality of survey data, maps, reports, and survey records.
Monitor mining activities and align survey tasks with the engineered mine plan.
Verify that third-party contract work adheres to site survey control standards.
Perform pit design compliance checks and report findings to Mine Engineering.
Maintain inventory and order consumables required for fieldwork.
Perform equipment maintenance and ensure all survey hardware/software is up to date.