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NGM - Chief Surveyor

Nevada Gold Mines
Elko, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/25/2026
Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Chief Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate is responsible for providing a high level of accurate surveying to the underground mining group and other teams through leading, training, and developing the underground survey team; performing survey projects as directed; and perform other duties as assigned.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

  • Support operations through consistent and timely performance of the daily activities pertaining to the survey function, including the layout and maintenance of survey reference marks
  • Ensure the regular review of mine survey processes and investigate, assess, and where appropriate, trial new methods or technology
  • Ensure the proper use, maintenance, and calibration of survey equipment
  • Reconcile weekly and monthly survey measures. The survey function is also be expected to work cross-functionally with operations and technical services to maintain visual aids to help communicate the short term mine plan and designs, through maintaining the various Deswik layers
  • Manage and direct the activities of the surveying team, provide direction and coaching
  • Ensure plans, budgets and schedules are sufficiently developed; management systems and processes are adequately applied; and personal attention is appropriately directed to ensure that important deadlines are met, and budget constraints are adhered to

Qualifications

  • Professional certification preferred (e.g., Registered Professional Land Surveyor or Authorized Mine Surveyor) required
  • Expert proficiency in survey instruments, including total stations, drones, CMS, and C-ALS scanners required
  • Advanced skills in survey software: Deswik CAD, Leica Infinity, Move3, and Star*Net required
  • Comprehensive knowledge of coordinate geometry (COGO) and least squares adjustments required
  • Minimum of ten (10) years extensive surveying work experience, preferably in an underground mining environment preferred
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills required
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities required
  • Strategic thinker with advanced problem-solving capabilities required
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement required
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities required
  • Strategic thinker with advanced problem-solving capabilities required
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement required

What We Can Offer You

  • A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
  • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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