orlamining

orlamining

Surveyor

Musselwhite Mine, Ontario · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$98k-$109kDetected 4 days ago
Performance ManagementAutoCADCommunicationProblem SolvingCivil 3DDrilling Engineering

About the role

  • Orla operates the Camino Rojo Oxide Gold Mine, a gold and silver open-pit heap leach mine, located in Zacatecas State, Central Mexico.
  • This low-cost operation is 100% owned by Orla, covers over 139,000 hectares, and includes a large sulfide mineral endowment located beneath the oxide resources.
  • This project is part our larger South Carlin Complex which includes a prospective land package.

Responsibilities

  • As part of our ongoing operations at Musselwhite Mine, we are seeking a Surveyor to support underground mining activities.
  • Operate and maintain advanced surveying equipment, including total stations, laser scanners, MOSS, Boretrak, and drones
  • Perform QA/QC of survey data (e.g., Boretrak), verifying accuracy and alignment with engineering standards
  • Support raiseboring and diamond drilling operations by providing accurate positioning and alignment information
  • Collaborate with engineers, construction teams, and contractors to troubleshoot and resolve survey-related issues
  • Maintain accurate and organized survey records and reports in line with site MDM (Mine Data Management) standards
  • Contribute to Month-End reconciliation processes to support contractor performance management

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Mine Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Over 3 years of relevant experience in mine surveying or underground mine engineering
  • Proficiency with underground survey methods and familiarity with Leica, Trimble, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Deswik software
  • Hands-on experience with MOSS, lateral/vertical development, drill-and-blast techniques, and diamond drilling is an asset
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt in a dynamic underground environment

Compensation

  • The base salary range for this position is CAD$98,149 - $109,058 per year, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications.
  • This role is eligible to participate in the Company's annual short term incentive program.
  • The target annual bonus for this position is 10% of base salary, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits

  • Adhere to underground safety protocols and ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations
  • The target annual bonus for this position is 10% of base salary, subject to individual and company performance.

Company info

  • Musselwhite Mine
  • Orla Mining is striving to be the emerging gold producer of choice with a geographically diversified asset base, a prospective development and exploration portfolio, an experienced management team with a successful track record, and a high-quality board and shareholder base.
  • We are also advancing permitting and development on our South Railroad Project, a feasibility-stage, open-pit heap leach project located on the prolific Carlin trend in Nevada.
  • We recently acquired the Musselwhite Mine located in Northern Ontario on Lake Opapimiskan, a gold mine with more than 25 years of operating history.
  • The addition of Musselwhite has allowed Orla to more than double our gold production and provide a strategic entry into a Tier 1 mining jurisdiction.
  • The Musselwhite Mine is highly prospective with potential to expand resources and mine life for years to come.
  • Orla is building a legacy of excellence, respect and sustainable value through responsible gold mining.
  • We are striving to create a net positive benefit for all and leaving a legacy beyond the life of our mines.
  • We do this through building and operating high quality mines supported and led by an experienced team.
  • We are custodians of the assets we run and the environments in which we operate, and we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, care, and respect.
  • This role is eligible to participate in the Company's annual short term incentive program.

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