Assistant Field Surveyor - TSF
First Quantum Minerals · On-site
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Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
Job description:
This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
· Assist the surveyor with all field surveying activities
· Carry out routine survey measurements using approved survey equipment
· Ensure survey control is consistent with approved project coordinate systems and datums
· Ensure survey equipment is properly handled, maintained and stored
· Assist with setting out of construction limits, toes, crests, slopes, boundaries and alignments
· Mark survey points and ensure accurate placement of pegs, stakes, and reference markers
· Assist with verifying completed lift levels and geometry
· Collect survey data required for quantity measurements, cut and fill volumes
· Report any unusual movement, safety concerns or survey discrepancies to the TSF Surveyor
· Attend construction meetings and progress reviews
Qualifications
Full grade twelve (12) certificate
Certificate or Diploma in surveying, geomatics engineering or a closely related discipline
Professional registration with recognized engineering body (EIZ/ERB)
Key skills
Understanding of surveying principles and practices
Basic knowledge of earthworks and construction
Ability to read engineering drawings and surveys
Basic survey equipment operation
Basic data management
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good mathematical and analytical skills
Good communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work outdoors in challenging environmental conditions
Experience
1 to 3 years’ experience of relevant construction/mining surveying
Relevant practical field surveying experience
Exposure to TSF, earthworks or mining projects is advantageous
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
Visible commitment to safety
Sound professional judgement and willingness to escalate uncertainty
Respect for governance, delegated authority and engineering accountability
Attention to detail and disciplined record keeping
Integrity, accountability and a continuous-improvement mindset
Good communication skills
Teamwork and corporation
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