Location/Duty Station: Benishangul Gumuz, Asosa Zone, Kurmuk Woreda Project Site
Roster: Fly-In/Fly-Out (6 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off)
Company: Kurmuk Gold Mine PLC (KGM), a subsidiary of Allied Gold Corp
Employment Type: Full-Time | Site-Based

The Role

The Mine Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate spatial data and technical surveying support to mining operations. The role supports daily production, pit design, and safety compliance through a combination of field surveying and office-based data processing. This position ensures that all survey data is precise, up-to-date, and aligned with mine plans and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Surveying & Pit Mapping

• Conduct daily pit pickups of active mining areas including pit faces, benches, haul roads, and waste dumps.
• Update as-built plans and monitor deviations from mine designs.
• Establish and mark pit design limits, ramp gradients, and pushback boundaries.
• Delineate ore and waste zones using geological and grade control data.
• Monitor overcut and undercut conditions and ensure proper placement of elevation guide stakes.
• Process, organize, and convert field survey data into maps, plans, profiles, and reports.
• Maintain accurate survey records, coordinate systems, and reference data libraries.

2. Drill & Blast Support

• Set out drill patterns and blast hole locations in accordance with mine plans.
• Mark pit boundaries and ensure alignment with design specifications.

3. Volume & Inventory Management

• Calculate volumes of ore and waste material for production tracking and reconciliation.
• Generate and finalize volumetric reports and maps for operational and reporting purposes.

4. Data Management & Reporting

• Process survey data using relevant software (e.g., Trimble Access, Trimble Business Centre, CAD/GIS tools).
• Maintain accurate digital and hardcopy records of survey data and outputs.
• Prepare and submit reports, statistics, and survey documentation as required.

5. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all surveying activities comply with mine safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and toolbox talks.
• Promote safe working practices and provide guidance to survey assistants and technicians.
• Enforce safety protocols including pit stability and blast clearance requirements.

6. Operational Support & Productivity

• Plan and organize daily survey activities to meet operational targets.
• Monitor work progress and ensure timely delivery of survey outputs.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support optimization of drilling, blasting, and excavation processes.

7. Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with mining engineers, geologists, and production teams to provide accurate data on mining progress and ore control.
• Support operational decision-making through timely and reliable survey information.

8. Commercial & Cost Control

• Verify and audit contractor work quantities for payment purposes.
• Contribute to cost control initiatives by ensuring accurate measurement and reporting.

9. Team Support & Development

• Support and guide junior survey staff and assistants.
• Identify skills gaps and training needs within the team.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and effective communication.

10. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Demonstrate commitment to safety standards and company values.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and manage risks through effective assessment and mitigation planning.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or M.Sc. in Surveying, Mine Surveying, Mine Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution. With a minimum 2–5 years of experience in surveying in Gold or other mining, Cement Factory, or any related heavy industry exposure is an advantage.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of surveying principles and techniques.
• Ability to interpret mine plans and survey data.
• Knowledge of mining industry standards and practices.

Skills

• Proficiency in survey software Trimble, CAD, GIS.
• Ability to operate surveying equipment GPS, Total Stations, UAV/drones.
• Strong data processing and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills in English and Amharic.
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines.

Key Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to work in demanding, remote, and shift-based environments.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy