How often does it need updating

It depends on your approvals and reporting schedule. Many sites run monthly, quarterly, or aligned to key reporting periods. We can match your internal cycle.

What coordinate system should we use

Use a consistent framework across survey, CAD, and GIS, and document it. Many sites align to MGA, but the key is consistency and clear datum notes.

Can you work with our existing GIS or CAD

Yes. We can improve what you already have, tidy layers, confirm spatial reference, and set up a cleaner update process without throwing everything out.

Can you integrate drone and laser scanning

Yes. We can tie drone and scanning outputs to survey control and make sure GIS layers align with the same reference, so reporting stays consistent.

Do you support exploration reporting

Yes. Where exploration reporting NSW obligations apply, we can support spatial outputs and documentation that fits the reporting needs.

Statutory mine plan and GIS reporting

Statutory mine plan and GIS reporting that is clear, compliant, and easy to maintain.

Statutory mine plan and GIS reporting Services

If your mine plans are slow to update, hard to trust, or scattered across too many files, reporting turns into a headache fast. Most teams are not short on data, they are short on clean structure, consistent spatial reference, and a simple process that holds up when someone asks questions.

CEH Consulting delivers Statutory mine plan and GIS reporting that is clear, compliant, and easy to maintain. We take the complexity out of the background so your team can focus on operations.

If you need a statutory mine plan update, a tidy GIS reporting workflow, or a full reset of your spatial data, contact us and we will map out the quickest path forward.

What is a statutory mine plan

A statutory mine plan is the official set of mine plans that support your legal and operational reporting. It is not just a map for the wall. It is a record of what exists, what has changed, and what is happening across the site, built on accurate survey and consistent spatial reference.

When the statutory mine plan is right, it supports safer planning, better decisions, and cleaner compliance. When it is messy, it creates risk, delays, and stress during audits, handovers, and approvals.

You will also see this referred to as mine plan reporting, or mine survey plan NSW, depending on the site and the regulator requirements.

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The biggest mine reporting problems we see

Most statutory mine plan and GIS reporting issues come from the same few pain points:

inconsistent datasets between teams and contractors
unclear spatial reference, mixed coordinate systems, uncertain datum
missing metadata, no one knows where a layer came from
slow updates, plans lag behind what is happening on site
audit stress, the plan looks fine until someone starts asking for proof
handover issues, staff change and the system falls apart
duplicate files, no version control, no source of truth

This is where spatial data management mining makes a real difference. Not more files, just better structure.

What changes when it is done properly

When the statutory mine plan and GIS reporting workflow is set up right, you get:

fewer compliance headaches
faster plan updates
consistent maps that match survey and reality
easier internal reporting and decision making
reduced risk during audits and reviews
smoother handovers between teams
less time spent chasing files and fixing errors

It is not fancy. It is just calm, reliable, and repeatable.

What we do for statutory mine plan and GIS reporting

CEH Consulting can support you with one off deliverables, or ongoing monthly and quarterly updates.

Common work includes:

Statutory mine plan preparation and updates

We prepare plan sets that match your reporting needs, using accurate survey inputs and a consistent spatial reference.

GIS reporting maps and exports

We create GIS outputs that are fit for reporting, internal use, and stakeholder updates, including standardised layouts and legends.

Spatial database setup and management

We help build a structure that reduces file sprawl and makes layers easier to manage across departments.

Coordinate system control and MGA alignment

We confirm the coordinate reference framework, including MGA alignment where required, and document the basis so future updates stay consistent.

Metadata, version control, audit ready documentation

We set rules around layer naming, metadata, version control, and update logs, so your reporting is defensible and repeatable.

Mine closure, disturbance, and rehabilitation mapping

Mine closure GIS mapping is not something you want to scramble together at the end. The best closure outcomes start with consistent mapping early, so disturbance and rehab progress can be tracked in a simple way over time.

What you get

Statutory mine plan preparation and updates
GIS reporting maps and exports
Spatial database setup and management
Standardised templates, legends, symbology
Coordinate system control and MGA alignment
Metadata, version control, audit ready documentation
Handover packs for internal teams and regulators

Who we work with

We support teams who need clarity and reliable delivery:

mine operators
compliance teams
environment teams
survey departments
engineers
exploration teams
project managers

CEH Consulting supports statutory mine plan and GIS reporting across NSW and Australia wide. We work with remote sites and can plan delivery around your reporting timeframes, site access, and internal review cycles.

WORK PROCESS

Surface control network vs underground control network

Most sites need both, even if the underground component is small.

Surface control network

A surface control network typically includes permanent marks around key work areas, haul roads, infrastructure zones, and survey hubs. It should be designed with redundancy so you can lose a mark and still keep the network stable.

Underground control network

An underground control network transfers control down a decline or shaft and carries it through headings and production areas. It needs careful planning, good installation, and routine checking because underground environments are hard on marks and lines of sight.

We build networks that link surface and underground logically, so you do not end up with two separate systems that disagree.

Datum, MGA2020, and getting the network right from day one

Control is not just “put a few marks in and measure them”. The real value comes from setting the network on a consistent datum, tying it correctly, and confirming the quality.

For most projects, that means aligning to MGA2020 where required and documenting the basis of bearing, height, and coordinate system clearly. This matters for compliance, for integration with other datasets, and for long term repeatability.

We also run practical QA checks, like redundancy testing, residual reviews, and independent checks on critical marks.

Our Services

CEH is proud to provide experienced professionals who are able to serve all clients’ needs in a friendly, informative, and efficient manner.

NSW compliance and reporting requirements

NSW has specific requirements around survey plans and reporting, and some sites also have exploration reporting obligations depending on the activity and approvals. We keep your mine plan reporting aligned to the requirements that apply to your operation, and we document the basis of the plan so it is easy to defend and update.

GIS and sustainable reporting

GIS is not just for making maps look nice. It supports better decisions, clearer reporting, and more consistent long term planning, especially when you are tracking change across years, not weeks. It is also a practical tool for closure planning and rehabilitation tracking, because it helps keep the history intact and usable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a statutory mine plan
It is the official mine plan set used for reporting and compliance, built from accurate survey and documented spatial reference.
How often does it need updating
It depends on your approvals and reporting schedule. Many sites run monthly, quarterly, or aligned to key reporting periods. We can match your internal cycle.
What coordinate system should we use
Use a consistent framework across survey, CAD, and GIS, and document it. Many sites align to MGA, but the key is consistency and clear datum notes.
Can you work with our existing GIS or CAD
Yes. We can improve what you already have, tidy layers, confirm spatial reference, and set up a cleaner update process without throwing everything out.
Can you integrate drone and laser scanning
Yes. We can tie drone and scanning outputs to survey control and make sure GIS layers align with the same reference, so reporting stays consistent.
Do you support exploration reporting
Yes. Where exploration reporting NSW obligations apply, we can support spatial outputs and documentation that fits the reporting needs.