Mine Surveyor

Simberi Gold Company Limited forms part of the St Barbara Group. Our Simberi Operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.​​

We are currently seeking a Mine Surveyor to join our team on a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Papua New Guinea, working a 15/13 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen, Buka, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Vanimo, Wewak or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Senior Mine Surveyor.   

The Mine Surveyor will assist the Senior Surveyor in establishing survey controls to provide accurate survey data for daily survey tasks which support open pit production, mine technical services requirements and mine site project activities whilst training and mentoring Graduate Surveyors and Survey Technicians. 

The opportunity 

Technical accountabilities

• Liaising with Mine Engineering, Geology and Mine Operations personal in providing survey assistance where and as required.
• Perform EDM Total Station and GPS surveys to accurate tolerance for all control network surveys, general pickups and set outs.
• Perform UAV surveys on all the mine’s infrastructure as-builts and generating maps accurately.
• Applying correct use of RTK GPS system, monitor survey base station movement and perform site calibration if required.
• Ensuring compliance surveys to pit, stockpile and ramp designs are carried out and reported accordingly.
• Complete surveys at month-end to enable volumes are reported accurately and timely.
• Managing Mine Survey GIS Database, hardware and software systems by ensuring all filing procedures are observed. 

Scheduling accountabilities

• Managing effective use of available resources, including own time, in support of the delivery of survey tasks. 

Safety accountabilities

• Ensure mining safety practices are observed and adhered to every day whilst conducting mine technical services functions of the mining operations.
• Immediately report any actual or potential unsafe conditions or activities, mishaps, incidents, accidents, injuries, or illnesses in the workplace to the Supervisor or Head of Department
•  Complying with instructions given pertaining to the use of personal protective clothing, equipment or gear or any matter in relation to health and safety.
• Comply with established OH&S policies and practices and regularly communicate and discuss new OH&S initiatives.
• Actively participate in toolbox meetings and safety meetings.
• Personally demonstrate a positive attitude towards working safely.
• Ensuring Risk Assessments on Critical Hazards on survey tasks are undertaken. 

Environment & Community accountabilities

• Comply with established environmentally sustainable measures to not adversely impact on the natural fauna, flora, freshwater resources, and marine life within the bounds of Simberi Island.
• Ensuring all tasks are conducted in an environmentally sustainable manner.
• Work with and develop the community through the support of company initiatives. 

People accountabilities

• Developing and training survey graduates and technicians on equipment care and housekeeping.
• Ensuring survey technicians are up to date with their competency training courses.
• Manage personnel character and attitudes to become a valuable team player within the team.

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.​

We would love to hear from you if you have​:

Essential

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
• A current Police Clearance Certificate
• Current PNG Class 6 Driver’s Licence
• A tertiary degree qualification in Surveying and (Cartography)
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in field survey preferably in an open cut truck/shovel mining operation
• Ability to use state of the art Total Station, GPS and UAV surveying equipment.
• Experience in working with Minesight, Deswik or other Mine Planning CAD system is essential.
• Experience in working with Agisoft, Trimble Business Centre, AutoCivil3D and other GIS CAD system is desirable.
• Good computer skills with the ability to use word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
• Good written, oral and organisational skills that works with attention to detail.
• Meets multiple task deadlines and always looking for continuous improvements with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• A team player willing to accomplish all tasks in a demanding work environment to make the team successful.
• A sound awareness of operational safety issues and excellent personal safety record
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit: 

 https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/D8ETT

Closing date: Monday 11^th November 2024 at close of business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document)

At Simberi Gold Company Limited, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.