MINE SERVICES

Mines and Quarries

If you are a mining or tunnelling operation, the Health and Safety at Work (Mining Operations and Quarrying Operations) Regulations 2016 require that you send WorkSafe a copy of a mine plan at least every year. If you have ceased mining or finished constructing the tunnel, then you need to send WorkSafe a plan of the completed work. 

Engaging a New Zealand accredited mine surveyor can bring several benefits to mining operations. Some of the key reasons why a mine surveyor should be engaged include:

1. Compliance with regulations: Mine surveyors in New Zealand are required to be accredited and licensed by the New Zealand government. Engaging an accredited mine surveyor ensures that the mining operation is in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Mine surveyors have specialized knowledge and expertise in surveying and mapping mining sites. They have an in-depth understanding of mining regulations, safety requirements, and environmental considerations, and can provide tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of mining operations. 

2. Accurate mapping and surveying: Mine surveyors use specialized equipment and techniques to create accurate maps and surveys of mining sites. Accurate mapping is crucial for effective planning and management of mining operations, as well as for ensuring the safety of workers and the surrounding environment. Mine surveyors use specialized equipment and software to create accurate and detailed maps and surveys of mining sites. They have expertise in using these tools to analyze and interpret survey data, and can provide insights and recommendations to optimize mining operations. 

3. Risk management: Mine surveyors can identify potential hazards and risks associated with mining operations. By identifying these risks early on, they can help mining companies develop and implement strategies to mitigate those risks.  Mine surveyors have a deep understanding of the mining industry and its operations. They know how mining processes work, the machinery and equipment involved, and the challenges and risks that mining operations face. This knowledge can be invaluable in ensuring the safety and efficiency of mining operations. 

4. Improved efficiency: By providing accurate mapping and surveying data, mine surveyors can help improve the efficiency of mining operations. This can lead to cost savings and increased productivity.

5. Quality control: Mine surveyors can help ensure that mining operations are carried out in accordance with design specifications and quality standards. This can help prevent costly mistakes and ensure that the mining operation is meeting its targets.

Overall, engaging a New Zealand accredited mine surveyor can bring significant benefits to mining operations. By ensuring compliance with regulations, providing accurate mapping and surveying data, identifying potential hazards and risks, improving efficiency, and ensuring quality control, mine surveyors can play a critical role in the success of mining operations.

Spatial Data Services have extensive experience in the mining industry, having worked on projects such as Ok Tedi (PNG), Lihir (PNG), Senakin and Satui (Indonesia), Mt Owen (NSW), Croydon (Qld) and Mt Leyshon (Qld). 

Our expertise can support your mine or quarry with a range of services, including rehabilitation through AI terrain reshaping, statutory mine plans, deformation monitoring, open cut mine layout and quantification for feasibility studies, haul road geometric layout and mass-haul calculations, drone surveys, end of month reconciliations, mining analysis, quantity audits, and survey audits.