Commitment to developing and maintaining a safe work culture required
Ability to work safely in an underground mining environment required
Ability to work with minimal supervision required
Knowledge of basic survey methods preferred
Degree in Mining Engineering or applicable experience preferred
Knowledge of underground mining methods and design preferred
Prior experience in Narrow Vein Long hole Stoping preferred
Demonstrate computer skills with 3D drafting programs preferred
Responsibilities
Take accurate measurements of underground and surface workings
Maintain accurate and secure records
Assist engineering team with stope design and production planning
Use engineering designs to guide mining activities
Utilize equipment like total stations and scanners for surveys
Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
Opportunity to work in the world's largest gold-producing complex
Engagement in a collaborative team environment
Focus on safety and sustainable practices
Access to advanced surveying technology and equipment
Potential for career growth within a major mining joint venture
Full Job Description
Job Description
Position Description:
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Sr. Underground Surveyor to join our Goldstrike UG Engineering team. The successful candidate will provide a high-level of accurate surveying and sampling to the Mining Group as part of the open pit mining operation.
Responsibilities:
The Underground Surveyor is responsible for the following:
Responsible for taking accurate measurements of underground and surface workings and maintaining accurate and secure records
Assist engineering team with critical functions including stope design and production planning
Using engineering designs to guide mining activities. (Line and Grade)
Utilize equipment, such as a total station and scanners to generate accurate surveys
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Knowledge of basic survey methods preferred
Degree in Mining Engineering or applicable experience preferred
Knowledge of underground mining methods and design preferred
Prior experience in Narrow Vein Long hole Stoping preferred
Demonstrate computer skills with 3D drafting programs preferred
Strong math and computer skills required
Strong verbal and written communication preferred
Valid driver's license required
Commitment to developing and maintaining a safe work culture required
Able to drive assigned company vehicles on surface and underground required
Able to walk significant grades, uneven ground, and meet physical requirements of position required
Ability to work with minimal supervision required
Ability to work safely in underground mining environment required
About the Team
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick's Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
About Barrick Gold Corporation
Barrick Gold Corporation is a mining company that specializes in the production of gold and copper. The company was founded in 1983 by Peter Munk and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Barrick Gold operates mines and advanced exploration and development projects on five continents. The company's main focus is on gold, but it also produces copper. Barrick Gold is committed to responsible mining practices and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the lives of people in the communities where it operates. The company has faced criticism in the past for its environmental and social practices, but has taken steps to address these concerns.
