Surveyor (Limpopo) at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

PURPOSE

• To manage, plan and execute all geometric and volumetric surveying activities on assigned projects from commencement through to completion. The role also assists with surveying requirements at Fraser’s tailings operations by ensuring accurate data collection and documentation, thereby contributing to the overall accuracy, compliance and efficiency of tailings facility operations.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Contract Administration, Reporting and Document Management

• Prepare clear and concise survey reports.
• Prepare assessment and evaluation of reports and attend meetings as required.
• Conduct research on existing records, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements, and right-of-way documents.
• Maintain accurate field data records, survey project files and drawings.
• Prepare, organise and present all data, charts, plots, maps, records and documents related to survey projects.
• Identify procedural gaps, and support procedure(s) development and implementation.

Surveying

• Use modern surveying equipment and software to collect and process field data accurately.
• Assist in resolving on-site discrepancies and provide recommendations for adjustments based on survey results.
• Instrument Maintenance
• Ensure all surveying equipment is calibrated, maintained and functioning correctly.
• Transport and store equipment safely.

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma or B Tech in Surveying
• Professional registration i.e. SAGC (PLATO) would be advantageous

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum four years related experience
• Instrumentation knowledge/experience in trimble RTK GPS, trimble access software, trimble total station, auto level electronic level
• Knowledge and skill in conducting volumetric calculations, control (GCP) establishment, surveys on tailings dams such as (beach, pond, freeboard)
• UAV (commercial drone) surveying experience would be advantageous

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong understanding of surveying principles, methods and practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Ability to record and present survey data
• Mathematical
• Good communication
• Teamwork
• Computer literacy i.e. MS Office, Road Maker, Model Maker
• Knowledge of land laws, regulations and construction codes
• Understanding of surveying (or quantity surveying) fundamentals standards and procedures within the mining or mineral residue disposal (tailings dam) context

Closing Date:  6 February 2026