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Purpose of the role:

• The Senior Mining Surveyor is responsible for managing and executing all mine surveying functions to support safe and efficient mining operations. This includes GPS-based field surveys, Drone based field surveys, volumetric stockpile reporting, reconciliations, photogrammetry, mine planning support, civil construction surveys, and rehabilitation planning. The role ensures accurate spatial data, compliance with legal survey requirements, and timely delivery of high-quality survey outputs to operational and management teams.

Key Responsibilities:
Surveying & Data Acquisition

• Conduct high-precision GPS, Drone and total station surveys for mining, engineering, and surface infrastructure.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly production surveys to support mining operations.
• Maintain and update mine survey control networks and benchmark systems.

Stockpile Surveys, Volumes & Reconciliation

• Perform stockpile surveys using GPS, drone photogrammetry, and total station.
• Generate volumetric calculations and produce accurate daily, weekly and monthly mining and stock reports.
• Conduct inventory reconciliations between survey volumes, plant figures, and dispatch data.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements for stock reporting.  

Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing

• Plan and execute drone flights for photogrammetry and mapping.
• Process imagery into orthomosaics, DTM/DSM, and point clouds.
• Integrate drone data into mine planning and geotechnical analysis.
• Ensure drone operations comply with regulatory procedures (CAA/SACAA, etc.).

Mine Planning & Design Support

• Provide survey inputs for short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning.
• Assist planning engineers with pit designs, dump designs, haul roads, and excavation limits.
• Set out and verify blast patterns, ore boundaries, cut lines, and excavation limits.
• Monitor pit walls, slopes, and stability using survey data.

Civil Engineering Survey Work

• Conduct surveys for civil construction, such as haul roads, stormwater structures, foundations, platforms, pipelines, and plant expansions.
• Provide setting-out for contractors and verify as-built data.
• Maintain accurate as-built documentation for project completion.

Environmental & Rehabilitation Planning

• Produce rehabilitation survey plans and track progress of rehab areas.
• Support environmental compliance by providing accurate survey data for land disturbance, topsoil management, and closure planning.
• Monitor and report on rehabilitated landform stability and drainage compliance.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare survey reports, maps, plans, section drawings, and 3D models.
• Ensure compliance with mine standards, legal survey specifications, and health & safety rules.
• Maintain digital and hard-copy survey records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor junior surveyors and survey assistants.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Mine Surveying, Geomatics, or related field.
• Government Mine Surveyor Certificate (advantage or required, depending on operation).
• Minimum 5–8 years’ mining surveying experience, ideally in open pit or underground mines.
• Experience with drones/UAVs for mining applications.
• Valid SACNASP, IMSSA, or PLATO registration (advantage).
• Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced GPS, GNSS, and total station proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of photogrammetry and drone survey processing (Pix4D, Agisoft, etc.).
• Proficient in mining software: Surpac, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine, or similar.
• High competence in AutoCAD/Civil 3D or equivalent.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and ability to work cross-functionally with mining, geology, engineering, and environmental teams.
• Ability to lead and mentor survey teams.

Key Deliverables/ KPIs:

• Accurate and timely weekly & monthly survey volumes and stock reports.
• Zero survey-related errors affecting production or compliance.
• Updated survey control networks and mine plans.
• Quality drone maps and photogrammetry outputs delivered on schedule. 
• Effective support for mine planning and engineering.
• Compliance with legal survey requirements and safety standards.
• On-time rehabilitation survey updates and environmental reporting.

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• As a Pit Supervisor you will be responsible for overseeing pit operations ensuring safe and efficient extraction of minerals and meeting production targets

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily Pit operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Implementing, reinforcing and ensuring compliance to safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Ensure that procedures and COPs are strictly adhered to
• Technical supervision

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• 7 years open cast experience
• Processing plant and mine planning experience will be advantageous
• Computer literacy MS Office
• English proficiency
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good report writing skills
• Knowledge of the Opencast Mining, and Engineering works
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Competent person A certificate
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure
• Be a self-starter and able to work according to deadlines
• Integrity, reliable and ethical
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills

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Purpose of the role:

• We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Logistics Manager to oversee the end-to-end logistics and supply  chain operations for our cement warehousing and bricks/blocks manufacturing business. The successful candidate  will be responsible for managing transportation (both in-house and outsourced), inventory control, warehouse  coordination, and the efficient movement of materials between multiple storage locations and production facilities.  This role is based at our Inca facility and requires strong coordination across all Cape Town sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Transportation Management 

• Coordinate the movement of bulk cement from the port to warehouse locations.
• Manage company-owned tankers and liaise with third-party transport providers for deliveries and collections.
• Schedule and monitor the dispatch of cement and finished goods (bricks and blocks) to customers and internal  sites.
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with safety, legal, and company standards.

Warehouse & Inventory Coordination 

• Oversee inventory levels at all cement storage locations and maintain accurate stock records.
• Plan and monitor debagging and tanker loading activities at the dedicated station.
• FIFO system is followed on all products.
• Ensure empty pallet processes are followed and maintained.
• Ensure pallet returns records are captured and maintained.
• Ensure efficient storage and retrieval systems across all warehouse sites.

Logistics Planning & Reporting 

• Develop daily/weekly logistics plans aligned with production and sales schedules.
• Track KPIs for delivery performance, inventory turnover, transport costs, etc.
• Generate regular reports for management on logistics performance and suggest process improvements.

Supplier & Transporter Liaison 

• Negotiate terms and service levels with transporters and logistics vendors.
• Monitor transporter performance and ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Resolve any delivery or transport-related disputes or delays.

Compliance & Risk Management 

• Ensure all logistics operations adhere to local regulations and company policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement controls for transport and storage safety.
• Keep records of permits, insurance, and maintenance of the company tankers.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in logistics, transport coordination, or warehouse management.
• Knowledge of bulk cement handling and experience with tanker logistics is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and warehousing principles.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software, Microsoft Excel, and report generation.
• Valid driver’s license and familiarity with Cape Town routes and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in the construction materials or cement industry.
• Exposure to fleet management systems and transport compliance procedures.

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Purpose of the role:

• As a Pit Superintendent, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of mining operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, and driving operational efficiency. Lead and manage the mining operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily mining operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Plan, organise, lead and monitor the production process
• Providing leadership and guidance to the mining team to achieve production targets
• Implementing, reinforcing, and ensuring compliance to safety standards and protocols
• Ensure optimal plant utilisation & availability
• Efficient people management harnessing collaboration and teamwork
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Competent person A certificate
• National Diploma – Mining Engineering will be an advantage
• 10years relevant open cast experience
• 2years middle management experience
• Experience in Processing plant and mine planning - will be advantageous
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• English proficiency
• Good report writing skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure
• Be a self–starter and able to work according to deadlines
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills