Job Opportunity: Chief Surveyor

Mabiza Resources Ltd operates the Munali Nickel Mine, which is located in the Mazabuka District, 80kms south of Lusaka, Zambia. Mabiza is a wholly-owned entity of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd.

The Mine is a modern, world-class facility with fully mechanized underground operations. To support this vision. Mabiza is seeking the services of an experienced and qualified individual to take up the position of:

1. Role: Chief Surveyor

Reporting: Mine Technical Manager

Job Purpose: To accurately facilitate the execution of all survey related works at the mine and maintain a single reference database of survey controls.

To review all survey works undertaken by subordinates on a periodical basis and validate any instructions before issuance to stakeholders for execution.

2. Responsibilities: –

• Ensuring the before works being undertaken, relevant Hazard Identifications and Risk Assessment (HIRA) are done
• Ensuring that all surveying is done in a safe environment whereby all employees and equipment remain safe at all times
• Preparation of all material and manpower plans for surveyors
• All the validation of all survey work and measurements at the mine
• Ensuring survey data is compiled into correct formats and positioning systems to the required reference points and level of accuracy
• Conducting spot checks and regular audits to ensure data accuracy before validation
• Performing engineering and construction surveys as and when required
• Ensuring the preparation of correct monthly reconciliation of all ore, waste, and stockpile movements
• Providing direction to Subordinates and ensuring understanding of statutory regulations and site rules
• Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Ensuring the development and adherence to procedures
• All survey data issued out as instructions to stakeholders

3. Skills & Qualifications: –

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• 7 years’ relevant Mine surveying experience
• 3 years’ Management experience
• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Mine Surveying
• Mine Surveyor’s Certificate of Competency (MSCC)
• Sound knowledge of engineering and technology, design, geography, and mathematics
• Understanding of Law and Government regulations.
• Computers and electronics skills
• Administration and management skills
• Technical acumen in survey equipment, system, and software
• Technical troubleshooting/ fault finding
• Time management.
• Sympathetic
• Able to make quick logical decisions
• Ability to draw up strategic plans

Method of Application

MRL offers equal employment opportunities. If you are ready to take up this opportunity, e-mail, or post your CV with a full application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please apply to:

The HR Business Partner,

Mabiza Resources Limited,

PO 50799,

Lusaka.

Or email your application and C.V.