Senior Surveyor - Survey Information System Management

Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Under the direct supervision of the Survey Manager, the role of the incumbent will be to provide high-level operational support to mining survey activities, ensuring the accuracy, reliability and compliance of topographic operations. He/She will be responsible for effectively managing topography information systems, supervising teams, analyzing and validating the data produced, as well as providing technical expertise to the different sections: Open Pit, Underground Mine and Projects. The position also involves coordinating with various technical teams to optimize mine planning and production. He/She will ensure the strict application of safety and quality standards while contributing to the development of the teams' skills.

He/She will have, among others, the following responsibilities (non-exhaustive):

• Conduct and supervise topographic operations. This includes planning, organizing and monitoring topographic and mining surveys, in open pits, underground mines and project areas. This also includes verifying that the work complies with regulatory standards and internal procedures, as well as optimizing the efficiency of the teams in the field.
• Manage and analyze topographic data. This includes processing, cleaning, compiling and validating the collected data, generating mine, topographic, longitudinal, cross-sectional plans, and digital elevation models (DTMs). This also includes performing volumetric calculations, regularly updating pit shells and as-built plans, and managing the topographic database.
• Provide technical expertise to surveying teams. This includes assisting in the resolution of complex technical problems, guidance on good survey practices, optimizing work methods, and ensuring compliance with professional standards and operational requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations, Geology and Engineering departments. This includes sharing, integrating, and interpreting topographic data to support production, mine planning, geological modeling, and operations improvement initiatives, while ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.
• Provide training, mentoring and development of teams. This includes coaching junior surveyors and technicians, passing on good business practices, assessing technical skills, and implementing a continuous improvement program to build the team's capabilities.
• Guarantee the quality and reliability of topographic data (QA/QC). This includes inspecting, verifying and approving the results produced by the teams, implementing rigorous quality controls, correcting discrepancies, and ensuring that all data meets internal and external standards.
• Prepare and present technical reports and papers. This includes the production of topographic reports, maps, plans, analytical presentations and technical recommendations for management and other departments. This also includes the effective communication of key findings and interpretations.
• Promote and enforce safety standards. This includes implementing the company's safety management system, facilitating safety briefings, participating in inspections and incident investigations, as well as supporting teams to ensure the safe use of topographic equipment.
• Supervise the use and maintenance of topographic equipment. This includes the management of Total Stations, GNSS, scanners (long-range and short-range), UAVs and other specialized equipment. This also includes ensuring that they are in good condition, calibrating, and applying asset management procedures.
• Coordinate topographic operational activities and provide technical support. This includes resource planning, task allocation, monitoring work progress, identifying risks or bottlenecks, as well as implementing solutions to improve productivity and overall service performance.

Job Requirements

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC, its representatives and its workers do not receive any compensation or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process (application submission, application processing, tests and interviews for employment, medical examinations for employment, or induction, etc.).

Any act or attempted act of corruption must be reported through our web portal : https://glencore.raisingconcerns.org/ or by phone at: +243 970 174 000 and will be severely punished.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.