Chief Surveyor

Booysendal Mine is situated in the heart of the Steelpoort Valley within the Limpopo Province, in close proximity to some of South Africa’s best-known wildlife parks. The Mine is part of Northam Platinum Ltd, which has been a consistent Platinum Group Metals (PGM) producer for more than 20 years and has been at the forefront of a number of technological innovations in the industry. The following challenging vacancies currently exist for motivated and suitably qualified persons:


Chief Surveyor

Key performance areas:• Engage in projects and initiatives to optimise performance • Effectively manage the survey planning process • Effectively manage survey resources • Effectively monitor survey activities • Monitor and improve area operations • Ensure that relevant standards are adhered to • Manage administration and reviews.


Minimum requirements: • A Government Certificate of Competency in Mine Surveying • Registration with Plato and the Institute of Mine Surveyors of SA (IMSSA) • A minimum of 5 years within the mining environment, coupled with 2 years in people management or supervision • Very strong computer skills in Microstation, MRM-related software and valuation software. (Ref. BDSUR1/11)

Booysendal Mine shall apply the Employment Equity principles as set out in the Employment Equity Policy.


Applicants must provide certified copies of all qualifications.


Competitive salaries based on qualifications and experience and the standard mining industry benefits are offered.


Applications close on 30 November 2011.


Kindly note that correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates. Should you not hear from the Company within 21 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.