Trainee Surveyor

ABOUT GM³ and IMC

On 29th August 2024, Illawarra Metallurgical Coal (IMC) ownership changed from South32 to Gear M Illawarra Met Coal Pty Ltd trading as GM3. For an interim period between September 2024 to February 2025, South32 will continue to provide recruitment services on behalf of GM³. As such, please be aware that the job you are applying for is with GM³. 

GM3 is an emerging Australian metallurgical coal mining entity owned by global investment entity Golden Energy and Resources (GEAR) and M Resources, a market leader in metallurgical coal industry services.

Illawarra Metallurgical Coal (IMC) produces premium quality, hard coking coal for steelmaking, which is transported within Australia and around the world. We operate two underground metallurgical coal mines, two preparation plants and a logistics chain.  

ABOUT UNDERGROUND COAL SURVEYING

Surveying in an underground coal mine involves the use of modern technologies and software, such as Total Stations, 3D Scanners and AutoCAD, 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.

WHAT GM³ OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• Study leave and education assistance. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This is a permanent position initially based at the Dendrobium mine which is, near the coastal city of Wollongong, NSW, and approximately 75 kilometres southwest of Sydney. 

As the Cadet / Trainee Surveyor, you’ll be currently studying, or willing to commence study of, a Degree or Diploma in Surveying with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). You’ll be supported with your studies whilst gaining practical on-the-job experience.

Throughout your formal training and practical experience in the workplace, you will have the opportunity to: 

• 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.

ABOUT YOU 

• 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

GM3 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Thursday 12th of December 2024.