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Mine surveying technician

A mine surveying technician is a person who carries out geodetic and topographic surveys and measurements of how far mining operations have progressed.

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delineate mine area

perform surveying calculations

monitor equipment condition

operate surveying instruments

compare survey computations

About mine surveying technician

The technician operates surveying instruments underground and on the surface, records where a working face now stands, and keeps a register of mining operations that documents the advance of the workings. The technician also sets out the boundaries of the mine site on the ground, since extraction may only take place within defined limits.

The technician performs survey calculations in line with requirements, including coordinates and distances, and compares them, so that any discrepancies between results are caught. Measurements and calculations are used to study how mining operations are progressing, and those changes are documented in the register.

Software is used to download and interpret the data the instruments produce. The technician monitors the condition of the surveying equipment, so that an instrument out of adjustment does not produce wrong readings, and works in an ergonomic way, including in confined underground workings and awkward positions. Surveying authorisations for mining work are set by national mining and geodetic rules.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (7)

work ergonomicallywork ergonomicallyApply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.delineate mine areadelineate mine areaSet out and recover documentation such as marks or stakes to be used in surveying.maintain records of mining operationsmaintain records of mining operationsMaintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.perform surveying calculationsperform surveying calculationsPerform calculations and gather technical data in order to determine earth curvature corrections, traverse adjustments and closures, level runs, azimuths, marker placements, etc.monitor equipment conditionmonitor equipment conditionMonitor the correct functioning of gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.operate surveying instrumentsoperate surveying instrumentsOperate and adjust measuring instruments such as theodolites and prisms, and other electronic distance-measuring tools.compare survey computationscompare survey computationsDetermine the accuracy of data by comparing computations with applicable standards.
Optional (7) — show
impact of geological factors on mining operationsimpact of geological factors on mining operationsBe aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.geographic information systemsgeographic information systemsThe tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).mathematicsmathematicsMathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to pr...health and safety hazards undergroundhealth and safety hazards undergroundThe rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground.solve location and navigation problems by using GPS toolssolve location and navigation problems by using GPS toolsUse applications and devices which provide users with accurate assessment of their location using system of satellites, such as navigation systems.identify GIS issuesidentify GIS issuesHighlight GIS-issues that require special attention. Report on these issues and their development on a regular basis.train employeestrain employeesLead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the perform...

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Frequently asked questions

What does a mine surveying technician do?

Mine surveying technicians conduct boundary and topographic surveys and surveys of the progress of mining operations. They operate surveying equipment and utilise programs to retrieve and interpret relevant data, and perform computations as required.

What skills does a mine surveying technician need?

A mine surveying technician needs 7 essential skills, including work ergonomically, delineate mine area, maintain records of mining operations, perform surveying calculations, monitor equipment condition.

Will AI replace mine surveying technician jobs?

The AI disruption score for mine surveying technician is 52/100 (moderate risk). Skills most exposed to automation: perform surveying calculations, maintain records of mining operations, compare survey computations. Most resilient: work ergonomically, operate surveying instruments, train employees.

Quick Facts

SectorEngineering Services
ISCO GroupScience and engineering associate professionals
Essential Skills7

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