Drilling Support Technician

Watershed Consulting
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description


SUMMARY:
The incumbent will support field operations, maintain survey equipment, execute data quality control procedures, and assist with the interpretation and delivery of integration-ready survey products.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Assist in defining survey objectives and measurement requirements for drilling and borehole investigations. Verify drillhole collar positions and survey control information. Ensure alignment and trajectory measurements are accurately referenced within established coordinate systems. Deploy and operate selected drillhole survey tool suites. Perform equipment setup, calibration, verification, and functionality checks. Conduct borehole surveys in accordance with operational procedures and quality standards. Maintain accurate field documentation and operational records. Process and validate survey datasets using relevant software platforms. Depth-match and correlate multiple borehole datasets. Integrate survey information Quality Assurance & Reporting Execute established QA/QC procedures and maintain audit trails. Generate quality control reports and supporting evidence. Maintain drillhole survey tools and associated field equipment. Assist field crews and clients with operational and technical support requirements. Minimum Requirements National Diploma, Diploma, or Degree in: Geology / Surveying / Mining Engineering / Or a related technical discipline Minimum 2years'''' experience in drillhole survey operations, borehole logging, or mining exploration support. Experience with directional survey tools and digital logging systems. Understanding of data acquisition, processing, and validation workflows. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant survey or geological software. Valid passport and driver's licence Prepared to travel internationally Must be able to speak Afrikaans (not negotiable)

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationJohannesburg, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Posted28 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
Watershed Consulting
Johannesburg, Gauteng

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