About the Role
What awaits you
As a surveying engineer (Markscheider) at K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH, you will be responsible for leading the surveying department at the Bernburg and Braunschweig-Lüneburg sites. You will actively shape surveying and geotechnical processes in mining and play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient operations.
In addition, you will assume the following responsibilities from the earliest possible start date:
Technical and disciplinary leadership of surveying operations at two locations
Independent planning and execution of surveying (Markscheiderei) projects
Supervision and oversight of surveying activities in compliance with applicable legal regulations
Execution, evaluation, and documentation of all types of surveying and geotechnical work—both above and below ground
GIS and CAD-based updating of mining maps and plans
Creation of thematic maps and plans from existing data
Use of various surveying equipment, including total stations, leveling instruments, laser scanners, and satellite-based positioning methods
Part-time arrangements are possible for this position. Let’s explore together how your expectations and our requirements can align—flexibility and responsibility go hand in hand at K+S.
What you bring
Successfully completed university degree in surveying engineering (Dipl.-Ing. or Master’s)
Successfully completed traineeship (AdM) with official recognition as a surveying engineer (Markscheider) by a state mining authority
Prior experience or internships in mining operations are advantageous
Proficiency in GIS, CAD, and Microsoft Office applications
Team orientation, assertiveness, and a strong safety consciousness
Medical fitness for long-term underground work (grubentauglich)
Excellent written and spoken German (required); valid Class B driver’s license (regular travel between sites is required)
What we offer you
Corporate Benefits Portal – Discover and purchase top brands at special discounted rates
Attractive Compensation – Competitive salary with variable components tied to individual and company performance
Well-being & Performance Support – Free, individual support through our partner Viva FamilienService—for caregiving, childcare, or immediate psychological assistance via experienced psychotherapists
Bike Leasing – Flexible, comfortable commuting and leisure option with company-subsidized bike leasing
Pension Provision – Company pension contributions plus statutory pension insurance with a 6.1 percentage point higher employer contribution than the standard system
Long-Term Time Account – Flexibly adjust work and life phases (e.g., sabbatical, childcare, eldercare) through full or partial leave
Idea Management – Attractive monetary and non-monetary rewards for employee suggestions
Team Spirit – Friendly, relaxed, and supportive work culture
Additional Benefits – Employee share program, jubilee bonuses
Extra Paid Leave – Additional paid leave for life events (e.g., birth, move, wedding, work anniversaries)
Job Security – As a system-relevant and future-oriented company, we offer long-term, secure employment
Team Events – Regular team gatherings, shared breaks, summer festivals, and Christmas parties
E-Learning Platform – Access to diverse online learning resources for self-directed further education
Workwear & Safety Gear – Provision of protective equipment and work clothing as needed
Occupational Health Services – Preventive health checks, first aid, and training for workplace first-aid personnel
Career Advancement – Internal job mobility across a wide range of positions for personal and professional growth
Vacation Entitlement – 30 days (33 days for underground work) of paid annual leave
Employee Discounts – Ongoing discounts from local partners (e.g., gyms)
Overtime Options – Overtime can be converted to time off, added to the long-term time account, or paid out (unless in salaried trust-based working hours)
Equal Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion – K+S fosters a diverse, inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and treated equally—regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or social background
Mentor Program – Experienced mentors available for guidance and support
Health Days & Workshops – Health promotion initiatives, including health days and workshops on stress management, nutrition, and more
Free Beverages – Complimentary water and isotonic drink stations
Further Training – Transparent funding programs (e.g., StudiumPlus, technical technician training)
Occupational Health Management – Comprehensive support for physical, mental, and social well-being—including preventive programs and individual reintegration support upon return from illness
Free Parking – Free car and bicycle parking available at the site
Additional Qualifications – Opportunity to obtain supplementary certifications (e.g., forklift license) relevant to your role