Ravenswood Gold is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Surveyor to join our Mining team. This is a key technical role responsible for delivering accurate, reliable and compliant survey services that support safe, efficient and productive open pit mining operations.

Working closely with the Mine Manager and Technical Services team, you will provide critical survey data, maintain statutory compliance requirements, and contribute to operational planning and decision-making across the site.

About the Role

Reporting to the Mine Manager, the Senior Mine Surveyor will be responsible for preparing, maintaining and certifying mine survey plans, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements while supporting the ongoing success of mining operations.

The role provides accurate survey information to support production activities, mine planning, reconciliation, forecasting, and operational improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, maintain and certify mine plans in accordance with the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 (Qld) and Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Regulation 2017 (Qld).
- Maintain the mine grid system and validate survey databases.
- Conduct all open pit surveying activities, including:
- Pit and bench pickups
- Drill and blast mark-outs
- Grade control surveys
- Ore boundary pickups
- End-of-month volume calculations and reconciliation surveys

- Complete surface surveying activities including stockpile, waste dump and excavation surveys.
- Monitor prism networks and ground movement data.
- Maintain accurate and current mine plans to meet statutory obligations.
- Manage survey reporting and administrative requirements.
- Monitor survey quality, compliance and safety standards.
- Provide technical support to mine planning, scheduling, forecasting and operational reporting.




- Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities relating to survey requirements.
- Maintain cost control within areas of responsibility.
- Support improvement projects and operational initiatives.
- Demonstrate behaviours aligned with Ravenswood Gold's values and commitment to safety.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

- Tertiary qualification in Surveying.
- Registration with the Surveyors Board of Queensland (Mining), or eligibility to obtain registration.
- 6-8 years' industry experience in mine surveying, including a minimum of 5 years in open pit mining operations.
- Solid understanding of the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 (Qld) and Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Regulation 2017 (Qld).
- Advanced proficiency with Vulcan and/or Surpac mining software.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and certifying statutory mine plans.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and planning skills.
- Highly organised, proactive and detail-focused approach to work.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement.
- Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Apply now

Send your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability, both in PDF format. Preferred candidates will complete pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medicals, reference checks and qualification verification.

Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work, and pays respect to their Elders past, present and future. We specifically acknowledge the Birriah People (Ravenswood Gold Mine), the Bindal People (Townsville office and warehouse) and the Yuggera and Turrbal People (Brisbane head office).

Ravenswood Gold is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.

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