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Mine Surveyor


Company : Thiess


Location : Cairns, Australia


Created : 2025-10-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About The RoleWith an exciting brownfields hard-rock mining project on the horizon, were seeking experienced Mine Surveyors & Senior Surveyors. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for surveying the mining area to support mine planning and production activity. Located nearby Southern Cross, these roles are offered on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth or DIDO roster from surrounding towns.In this role, you willPerform surveys for stockpile volumes, end-of-month pickups, ore block layouts, mining as-builts, waste dump construction, and cavity monitoring, as well as producing detailed plans and maps.Conduct timely pickups and prepare reports for all excavations.Install and maintain survey control points across pits, ramps, crests, and toes.Accurately enter survey data into relevant systems and databases.Produce required documentation, including digging notes, drill and development plans, and traffic/emergency maps.Review and submit survey reports.Maintain survey accuracy and compliance through regular control checks and updates.About YouBachelors degree in surveying, spatial (or geospatial) science.Experience in an open pit mining environment.Proven and effective people management skills.Effective problem solving skills.Able to act as a strong and positive example to the workforce.Current driver''s licence.What Thiess Can Do For YouPermanent full-time positionsFull camp facilities providedThiess commitment to training & developmentSalary sacrifice options Flights & novated leasingRange of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.Referral bonus programAbout UsWe partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 90 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments.Visit our website to learn more To ApplyTo apply for this role, please click the Apply button or the link below.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Thiess by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr