Surveying Cadet

GM3 is an emerging Australian metallurgical coal mining entity owned by global investment entities. It produces premium quality, hard coking coal for steelmaking, which is transported within Australia and around the world.

The company operates two underground metallurgical coal mines, two preparation plants and a logistics chain. This is a permanent position initially based at the Dendrobium mine, near the coastal city of Wollongong, NSW, and approximately 75 kilometres southwest of Sydney.

Surveying in an underground coal mine involves the use of modern technologies and software to accurately measure and align the underground roadways. The surveys are then used to draft plans and models of the mine that are integral to the design, planning and safety of the operation.

• Produce high-quality plans used throughout the mine.
• Sit in on interdepartmental meetings to understand the role surveyors play in the wider mining operation.
• Complete and gain exposure to mining surveys including roadway alignment and detail surveys, control surveys, engineering surveys including setting out mine infrastructure such as conveyor belts and the longwall.
• Get hands-on with modern surveying equipment and software.

• Currently studying or willing to commence a course by February 2025.
• Committed to full-term of the study requirements.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills and knowledge.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong mathematical and spatial awareness.
• A current drivers' licence (provisional licence accepted).
• Access to reliable transport.

We offer an annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business. Study leave and education assistance are also provided. The estimated salary for this role is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.