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Surveyor

Macmahon

Mt Carlton, QLD
FIFO
7/7

Job Description

Surveyor - Mt Carlton

Macmahon is seeking an experienced Surveyor to support the recommencement of operations at Mt Carlton mine. Located approximately two hours south of Townsville, Mt Carlton is a gold silver operation preparing to transition from care and maintenance back into production. This restart presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of safe, efficient and sustainable operational practices from the outset.

This position operates on an 7 Days On / 7 Days Off roster, DIDO Only.

About The Role

  • Conduct field surveys for pit designs, dig blocks, drill patterns, haul roads, dumps and rehabilitation areas
  • Produce accurate survey pickups, volumes, and spatial data for planning and reporting
  • Maintain mine survey control networks, monuments and reference points
  • Set out designs, boundaries, blast patterns and infrastructure locations
  • Process spatial data and generate plans, models and as-built records built records
  • Ensure statutory survey compliance in accordance with mining legislation
  • Maintain and calibrate survey equipment, UAVs and software systems
  • Collaborate with Technical Services and Production teams to support operational decision-making making

About You

  • Experience working as a Surveyor in surface mining (coal or hard rock)
  • Diploma or Degree in Surveying, Spatial Science or equivalent qualifications
  • Strong capability with survey instruments (GPS, total station, laser scanners, UAVs)
  • Competency using relevant software (e.g., Maptek, Surpac, Civil 3D, Vulcan, Deswik)
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills solving skills
  • Ability to work safely, independently and collaboratively across departments
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions focused mindset focused mindset

Employee Benefits

  • Ongoing career development opportunities
  • Access to lifestyle, financial, and mental health support programs
  • Salary sacrifice options for flights, vehicles, airport parking and more
  • Discounts across Macmahon's retail, vehicle, insurance, and banking partners

About Macmahon

Macmahon is a leading Australian contract mining company with projects throughout Australia and Southeast Asia. Delivering a comprehensive range of surface and underground mining, civil design and construction, performance enhancement, and mine site maintenance and rehabilitation services to the resources sector.

Recruitment process

Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, as well as criminal history and qualification checks. Proof of working rights in Australia (valid passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or current visa grant notification) is also required.

Macmahon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Macmahon Winning Values

United | Integrity | Courage | Pride

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