Job Description

Company DescriptionWe have an exciting position for a Surveyor Technician that will be responsible for the provision of effective and quality survey services and support to the mining operations.Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the worldOur Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world's leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world - from vehicle fuel cells to jewelry; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.The incumbent also bares the responsibility of timeous and accurate capturing and recording of technical data and monthly production results pertaining to underground excavations and resource management that would assist in directing the mine design.Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Perform tasks in accordance with and adherence to the provisions of the MHSA as well as Mine Standards.
• Identify record and report unsafe and substandard conditions.
• Exercise special care to avoid personal injury and injury to other persons as well as damage to property whilst transporting equipment and performing daily tasks.
• Communicate all related Safety information to team.
• Support mine safety programmes (e.g. "Zero Tolerance Campaign").
• Ensuring that team members are directed to the correct locations/ working places
• Obtain permission to enter working place.
• Physical installation of survey stations and direction lines.
• Offsetting of excavations and accurate recording of data.
• Perform tasks within the accuracy limits as required in terms of the Chapter 17 in terms of MHSA.
• Represent captured data within the accuracy limits, as specified by Chapter 17 in terms of MHSA.
• Obtain permission to enter working places.
• Capturing and processing of field data (including electronic).
• Contract measuring, organising and calculations.
• Report anomalies (e.g. off-line development, off reef mining).
• Capture geological markers and structures.
• Mapping of Rock Engineering special instructions pillars.
• Represent excavations on plans.
• Assist with the issuing of mining instructions.
• Plotting and representation on plan of fieldwork in accordance with legal and survey code of practice provisions.
• Familiarization with electronic draughting - MicroStation/ CADS mine and Deswik.
• Perform specialised survey as and when required Scanning, Check surveys and Engineering surveys.

This role is at a band 8 level reporting to the Senior Surveyor.Qualifications

• Grade 12 with minimum 50% in Maths and science
• Elementary Survey, Basic Sampling certificate
• Advantageous: National Diploma in Mine Survey or mineral resource management or chamber of mines advance survey

IMPORTANT: applications without qualification related attachments will not be considered.Experience, knowledge and Skills

• Minimum 1-year departmental experience
• Computer literacy for role

Additional InformationWho We AreWe aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.What We OfferWhen you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you'll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We're a large, successful multinational company - and we're still growing all the time.Inclusion and DiversityAnglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.How to ApplyTo apply for this role, please complete the online application. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.Closing Date: 28 February 2025

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