Graduate Mine Surveyor – SANDFIRE RESOURCES

The company continues to invest in the recruitment and development of graduates with a view of establishing a talent pipeline of young people who will become future leaders and fill scarce skill roles within the organisation. This Two (2) year structured program aims to cultivate a pipeline of capable professionals within the various business units of our organisation.

Key Performance Areas:

• Assist mine surveyors in conducting mine survey measurements, mapping and creating a database of survey data.
• Set out the Pit/Dump Limits and marking of drill hole patterns as per design, issuing drill notes and surveying/archiving drilled holes.
• Learn and apply standard surveying procedures (SOPs).
• Support the establishment and maintenance of Mine survey control points.
• Participate in conducting field surveys using total stations, GPS devices, scanners, and other surveying tools.
• Assist in mine plan updates and 3D model creation using software such as Leica Infinity, Deswik, and AutoCAD.
• Observe and assist with end-of-month (EOM) surveys and production reconciliation.
• Gain exposure to monitoring surveys and safety compliance in mining environment.
• Assist in drill hole mark-ups and pickups for diamond drilling, GC drilling, and exploration drilling.
• Learn proper equipment maintenance and calibration procedures.
• Participate in safety initiatives and Adhering to Safety, Health, and Environment standards & Procedures
• Work closely with engineers and geologists to understand mining operations and mine designs & planning.
• Develop knowledge in statutory mining regulations and survey reporting

Behavioural & Technical Competencies:

• Microsoft office proficiency.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Meticulous and exceptional attention to detail.
• Values driven.
• Understanding and use of survey equipment and related software.
• Working knowledge of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works, and Machinery Regulations
• Ability to perform in a production environment and work as part of a team.
• Understand the measuring process to calculate production quantities in the open pit mining operation.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Surveying, Geomatics, or Geodetic Sciences.
• Should have graduated with First Class (1) or Second-Class Upper Division (2:1)
• Should have graduated between 2023 and 2025.
• Entry Level Position.
• Registered or eligibility for registration with Botswana Institute of Geomatics (BIG) or Institute of Mine Surveyors of Southern Africa (IMSSA)
• Valid Botswana Class B Driver’s License.