NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd is an Australian gold explorer, developer, and producer, operating Pajingo Gold Mine, a long-established underground gold mining operation located approximately 50 km south of Charters Towers in North Queensland.
Pajingo is recognised for its high-grade epithermal gold deposits and its commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
The operation plays a significant role in the regional economy through gold production, employment opportunities, and ongoing investment in exploration and mine development.
Situated in the heart of North Queensland, the mine benefits from its proximity to Charters Towers, a vibrant regional centre offering excellent amenities, while also being within easy reach of Townsville and the world-renowned natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Underground Surveyor (Grade 1) to join the technical services team and provide critical survey support at Pajingo.
Reporting to the Underground Manager and working closely with mining and tech Services teams, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and reliable survey control, set out, and reconciliation services that underpin safe and productive mine execution.
This is a key senior technical role with significant autonomy and influence across production, development, and mine planning outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, maintain, and certify statutory mine plans in accordance with the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act **** and Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Regulation ****.
Perform Void Officer responsibilities and ensure statutory survey compliance across the operation.




Maintain survey control networks and mine grid systems.
Manage underground survey activities including development mark-ups, as-built surveys, and check surveys.
Conduct stope void surveys using CMS (Cavity Monitoring System).
Coordinate surface survey activities including stockpiles, dumps, and site infrastructure surveys.
Provide accurate survey data to support mine planning, scheduling, and operational reporting.
Maintain survey databases and spatial information systems.
Lead and coordinate survey activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery of survey services.
Skills and Experience
Tertiary qualification in Surveying, Mine Surveying, or Geospatial Science.
Demonstrated experience in underground mining survey operations.
Strong knowledge of Queensland statutory survey requirements under the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act ****.
Experience conducting CMS void surveys and maintaining underground survey control.
Proficiency with mine survey and planning software Deswik.
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Modern survey technology and equipment
Supportive Technical Services team
Career development opportunities within a growing mining operation
A strong safety culture and collaborative work environment
Our Values
We Care – Safety and wellbeing always come first
Integrity – We act honestly, ethically, and responsibly
Commitment to Excellence – We strive to set new standards in our industry
Leadership – We lead by example and inspire those around us
One Team – We work together to achieve success for the NQM family
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📌 Senior Mine Surveyor (Townsville)
🏢 Pajingo Gold Mine
📍 Townsville