Student, Survey Technologist

This opportunity is a 4-month term from May – August 2026, and is based at the Bethune mine site.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Surveying, the Student, Survey Technologist will assist with:

• Monthly bathymetric volume surveys of Cooling Ponds via sonar.

• Monthly warehouse product volume surveys via 3D scanning.

• Ground Disturbance Permitting as requested.

• Line locating of KSPC facilities for a Saskatchewan 1st Call request.

• RPAS LiDAR projects as required.

• 3D Laser Scanning projects as requested.

• Right of way/boundary staking for pipelines and pad-sites.

• Elevation circuits.

• Subsidence monument monitoring via Static GPS.

• Other surveying tasks as required.

By living our common K+S values across all our locations in the world: We are optimistic about our future, collaborative in building it, and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We remain agile in an ever-changing world. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable, protecting future generations.

We are committed to being a company where every employee can contribute, grow and thrive, and where we reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. We are working toward a truly inclusive environment, because we know that the amazing array of differences in our backgrounds, competencies, experiences, race, gender, age, beliefs, sexual orientation, identity and their intersections is key to the longevity, sustainability and growth of our organization.

In a role with K+S Potash Canada (KSPC), you can look forward to:

Good People and Great Culture

Be part of a team committed to building an innovative and diverse culture. KSPC is growing our business, delivering exciting new opportunities, and giving back to the communities where we live and work.

Challenge and Growth

We support your growth and potential through training.

Our company values and recognizes the diversity of the workforce and encourages individuals with the equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Qualifying requirements for this role:

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies in Geomatics and must be returning to full time studies.

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

• Strong communication skills.

• Previous survey experience considered but not required.

• Capacity to work outside in various elements.

• Adheres to safe working protocols.

• Comfortable with heights, noise, and a plant environment.

• Willingness to learn with a strong interest in modern survey technology.

• Civil 3D experience considered an asset.

• Working knowledge of the following is considered an asset:

  • Trimble GPS and SX10 Total Station.

  • Trimble Business Center.

  • FARO 3D Laser Scanners.

  • FARO Scene software.

  • DJI RPAS.

  • Radio Detection line locators.

The Bethune mine is located approximately 45-minutes from Regina and Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.

Working hours are 6:45am - 4:45pm, Monday to Thursday. Occasional overtime may be required.

Subsidized bus transportation from Moose Jaw is available. Transportation from Regina or surrounding area is not provided.

Please attach a copy of your most recent transcript (unofficial or official) to the application.
 

Employment is subject to successfully completing KSPC’s pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, functional fitness evaluation and drug & alcohol testing.

To ensure consideration for this role, please apply by January 16, 2026.

We enrich life through the sustainable extraction and refinement of minerals to indispensable products and through our working environment, which is unique. Because it stands for everything that really matters in life: Trust, team spirit and meaningfulness for 11,000 employees at 51 locations on five continents. Welcome to K + S.