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Surveyor - Open Pit

Employer
Newcrest Mining
Location
Telfer Perth, Telfer Perth
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Aug 7, 2021

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Category
Surveying
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

Discover what is possible with us

Our technical expertise is something we are quietly proud of. Through our investment in research and development, we have advanced the technical development of our mining methods, achieving operational efficiencies. Whether you are part of our offices, or at one of our sites near or far, you will find so much more than you expect.

Operations near and far

Located in the Great Sandy Desert in East Pilbara, Western Australia, Telfer is a fly in out fly out operation from Perth which recognizes the importance of work-life balance. Our comfortable, well furnished rooms include Foxtel, and our site offers quality food with healthy options, medical care, sports and recreation activities. Families are welcomed several times a year to open days to support our community feel at Telfer.

Who we're looking for

Reporting into the Senior Mine Surveyor, the primary purpose of this position is to contribute to the safe, cost effective production of the Telfer open pit mine site by providing accurate and timely Survey and Void Interaction services.

In this critical role, you will be accountable for ensuring accurate surveying of the site through the supervision and provision of data collection, analysis and reporting. You will also play a key role in assisting mining personnel with the mine design, providing efficient delivery mine plans, and generating regular reporting to aid with contractor claims.

Our ideal candidate will have a degree or advanced diploma in Surveying or similar, have a passion for innovative technologies, and a desire to learn and grow. You will come from an extensive background in hard rock open pit or underground mining. We are also open to those coming from a Civil Surveying background. You will also have;
  • Demonstrated experience using 3D data (e.g., scan data) and mining software for surveying, production, geotechnical, planning or other applications
  • Expertise in processing and analysing data from mobile mapping systems or CMS
  • Experience with mining data management, survey and mining software, Vulcan, Pix4D and Global Mapper and Point Studio
  • A relevant licence and experience with UAV and drone operations will be highly beneficial
  • Experience with GPS systems will be advantageous

Our commitment to you

Look around and you'll discover opportunities to explore different pathways. Supported by development programs and guided by our leaders, you'll learn and grow in your time with us.

Keeping our people safe and healthy is our most important asset. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing is supported by systems and standards that embed our safety culture.

At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity.

Company

Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies.

At Newcrest we’re known for our strong technical capabilities in exploration, deep underground block caving and metallurgical processing skills. We're committed to creating a work environment where everyone can go home safe and healthy every day, and where everyone actively contributes to this outcome; operating and developing mines in line with strong environmental, social and governance practices; developing a diverse workforce; and developing and maintaining strong relationships with our communities and governments.

In 2017, we joined the International Council on Mining and Metals, an international organisation that brings together 25 mining and metals companies and over 30 regional and commodities associations dedicated to a safe, fair and sustainable mining and metals industry, and serving as a catalyst for change to enhance mining’s contribution to society.

Our Code of ConductCorporate governance framework and a comprehensive suite of company policies protect against illegal and inappropriate behaviours, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, discrimination and bullying, and articulate our position on safety, health, human rights, environment, communities, security and diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and inclusion are essential parts of Newcrest’s vision, values and company culture. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 to learn more about how we are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

Our headquarters are in Melbourne, Australia with operating mines in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.

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