Mine Surveyor

Mine Surveyor

Wonarah Phosphate Project, Northern Territory

Roster and Location

15/13 or 14/14 FIFO roster

Hays is excited to partner with Avenira Limited as they establish the team behind one of the Northern Territory's most anticipated new mining projects.

The Wonarah Phosphate Project represents a landmark greenfields mining development and will become the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine. This presents a rare opportunity to join during the establishment of a new mining operation with long-term ambitions. Avenira is building the foundations for safe, efficient and sustainable production and a workplace centred on collaboration, accountability and operational excellence. Employees will help shape systems, processes and culture from the ground up while contributing to an important Northern Territory resources project.

About the Opportunity

Avenira is seeking a detail-focused Mine Surveyor to provide accurate and timely survey information across the Wonarah operation. Reporting to the Senior Surveyor and working within the Technical Services team, you will support Mine Production, Geology and Engineering through reliable field surveys, spatial data and clear communication.

This field-based role covers daily survey activities in active mining areas, including mine development monitoring, set-outs, volume calculations, survey control and drone technology.

Join the Technical Services team on an even-time 2/2 FIFO roster at the Wonarah Phosphate Project in the Northern Territory. Take on a hands-on role as the operation establishes its survey systems and standards.

Points of hire include Darwin, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Townsville, Mt Isa and Cairns. Applicants based in Tennant Creek or Mt Isa are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and ad hoc surveys across the mine site.
• Complete set-outs in line with approved mine plans and engineering requirements.
• Survey pit development, benches, ramps, roads, dumps, stockpiles and infrastructure.
• Monitor mining progress and identify deviations from approved designs.
• Complete production and end-of-period surveys, volume calculations and measurements.
• Establish and maintain survey control across the operation.
• Collect, process and maintain accurate survey and spatial data, plans and drawings.
• Capture and process UAV imagery and provide TBMs, mark-ups, dig and tip limits.
• Support Mining Engineers, Geologists, Mine Technicians and Operations with survey guidance.
• Maintain, calibrate and safely use survey equipment, drones and associated technology.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Surveying, Spatial Science or a related discipline.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Surveying experience within mining, resources or a similar environment.
• Experience completing field surveys and managing spatial data.
• Experience using modern survey equipment and technology.
• Strong understanding of survey principles, control and spatial accuracy.
• High attention to detail with accurate data processing and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and take initiative.
• Clear communication skills and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Open-cut mining experience will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

• Join the team establishing the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine.
• Work across the full mine site in a practical, field-based position.
• Use drones, UAV imagery and modern survey technology.
• Support production, geology and engineering within one Technical Services team.
• Help establish survey systems, data standards and site practices.
• Join a significant greenfields project with long-term potential.
• Take on genuine responsibility in a small and developing operation.

If you are an experienced Surveyor who values accuracy, field involvement and practical teamwork, we would like to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and take the next step today.

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