Underground Survey & Technical Services Technician
Location: Alberta, Canada
The Opportunity
An established mining operation in Western Canada is seeking an experienced Underground Survey & Technical Services Technician to join its site-based technical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable mining professional looking to take ownership of underground surveying and contribute directly to the development and performance of an underground operation.
This is a hands-on position suited to someone with practical underground mining experience and a strong background in surveying, mine mapping and technical data collection.
Working closely with the mine operations and engineering teams, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate underground mine plans, supporting mine development activities and providing reliable technical information to support operational decisions.
The position offers a varied scope of responsibilities, combining underground surveying with geological, geotechnical and other technical services activities. It is particularly suited to someone who enjoys working in the field rather than spending most of their time in an office.
Key Responsibilities
Underground Surveying & Mine Mapping
- Carry out routine underground surveying activities, including development surveys, production measurements and survey control.
- Maintain and update underground mine plans, layouts, drawings and associated technical records.
- Complete underground mapping, measurements and verification of mine development against approved designs.
- Support mine planning and engineering teams with accurate survey information and layout requirements.
- Collect, process and manage survey data to maintain reliable operational records.
Technical Services & Ground Control
- Conduct underground inspections and collect geotechnical observations to support ground control and mine safety programmes.
- Assist with monitoring ground conditions and documenting potential areas of concern.
- Support ventilation monitoring activities, including airflow measurements and underground environmental assessments.
Data Management & Operational Support
- Maintain accurate technical databases, survey records and mine documentation.
- Prepare routine reports and communicate relevant findings to engineering and operational personnel.
- Assist with mine design verification, operational studies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support the implementation and use of modern surveying technologies and data collection systems.
- Work collaboratively with mine supervisors, engineers and operational personnel to ensure technical information is accurate and available when required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering Technology, Geological Technology or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in mining, construction, surveying, geomatics, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrated experience in underground mining, preferably in a surveying or technical services capacity.
- Strong practical knowledge of underground surveying and mine mapping techniques.
- Experience with mine layouts, development measurements and survey data management.
- Working knowledge of underground geotechnical conditions and ground control practices.
- Familiarity with surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS equipment, laser scanners or similar technologies.
- Competence in technical software, particularly Deswik and AutoCAD.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and technical reporting applications.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work independently while supporting a wider technical team.
Additional Experience Considered an Asset
- Experience with 3D laser scanning and underground scanning technologies.
- Knowledge of photogrammetry, drone surveying and topographical surveying.
- Exposure to geological mapping, sampling and quality control activities.
- Experience with other mine planning and design platforms such as Surpac, Vulcan or Carlson.
- Previous experience supporting underground mine development and engineering projects.
