Chief Surveyor
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Job Location:
Secunda - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.
Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Job Requisition ID
11645
Closing Date
26 March 2026
OME
MRS: Mining
Location
Secunda Mpumalanga
Purpose of Job
To coordinate control and execute surface surveying activities for Sasol Mining operations ensuring that all survey-related work complies with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and relevant statutory requirements.
The role is responsible for managing surface spatial data stockpile measurements drone-based aerial surveys and survey networks ensuring accurate positioning of infrastructure reliable mineral rights management and compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.
Key Accountabilities
Surface Survey Management
Execute mineral rights and surface survey requirements including:
- Prospecting and exploration boreholes
- Rescue boreholes
- Surface subsidence monitoring
- Servitudes and infrastructure services
- Rehabilitation surveys
- Water monitoring and supply infrastructure
- Monitoring of surface structures and infrastructure
- Liaison with surface rights owners and stakeholders
Assist with undermining applications and surface erection permissions in line with regulatory requirements.
Survey Control and Spatial Data Management
Coordinate and control surface surveying activities to ensure that:
- Surface structures and infrastructure are accurately captured and recorded on statutory mine plans
- Planned structures are correctly positioned and aligned on site
- Survey data is verified before critical operational decisions are made
Establish and maintain survey control networks for new shafts ventilation shafts and infrastructure developments.
Drone and Survey Technology Management
Manage drone-based aerial surveying operations to support:
- Surface mapping and infrastructure monitoring
- Stockpile volumetric measurements
- Rehabilitation verification
- Surface monitoring and spatial data collection
Ensure drone operations comply with SACAA regulations Sasol governance requirements and safety standards.
Stockpile Measurement and Reconciliation
Achieve accurate stockpile calculations and reconciliation by:
- Measuring coal stockpiles at SCS and Export plants
- Executing volumetric calculations using survey and drone technologies
- Supporting governance of coal sales to Synfuels through accurate stock reporting
Ensure compliance with internal governance and audit requirements.
Equipment and Cost Control
Achieve equipment integrity targets by:
- Managing survey equipment procurement and maintenance
- Ensuring availability and reliability of survey instrumentation
- Controlling operational costs within the departmental budget
Legal Compliance and Governance
Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) requirements by:
- Coordinating and controlling activities of survey personnel
- Ensuring survey work adheres to statutory regulations and standards
- Maintaining accurate statutory plans and survey records
Participate in audits inspections and governance reviews.
Key Accountabilities Continuation
Safety Leadership
Promote and maintain a Zero Harm culture by:
- Conducting Planned Task Observations (PTOs)
- Performing risk assessments
- Leading safety talks and safety indabas
- Embedding Safe Making Behaviour in daily operations
Monitoring and Reporting
Ensure accurate and timely reporting by:
- Compiling daily production survey reports for management monitoring
- Supporting month-end production bonus calculations and SAP inputs
- Conducting monthly water measurements (dams monitoring holes and spoil discharges where applicable)
Stakeholder Engagement
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including:
- Shaft management and operational teams
- Geology and planning departments
- Service and support functions
- Surface rights owners contractors and suppliers
Ensure service level agreements are maintained and customer satisfaction targets are achieved.
Continuous Improvement and Industry Alignment
Drive continuous improvement by:
- Optimizing survey processes and reporting accuracy
- Supporting reserve optimization and final measurements in collaboration with geology
- Enhancing 3D spatial modelling capabilities
- Staying current with industry developments by attending IMSSA meetings and professional forums
Formal Education
BTech / Advanced Diploma in Surveying or related discipline
Certification & Professional Membership
Professional affiliation with IMSSA or relevant surveying body is advantageous.
Working Experience
Required Personal and Professional Skills
Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of Innovating for a better world Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasols Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once-more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.
Required Experience:
Chief
Key Skills
About Company
Sasol is a global chemicals and energy company. We are a public company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in South Africa and the New York Stock Exchange in the United States.
