The Blog

The Blog enables Australian Resource Sector Employers and members of our Expert Panel to communicate information about jobs, projects, sites, awarded contracts, terms and conditions, career tips and advice, and on a range of other topics that can't always be shared on traditional career websites and print advertising. As a job seeker, this enables you to keep abreast of movements and opportunities in the industry.

First Mining Lease Granted for Uranium in WA

We have written in the past about the Uranium Industry and the strong opinions that can surround the topic.
Whether you love it or you hate it we wanted to keep you informed on what is happening with the industry......

The first new mining lease for a uranium mining project in WA since the ban was removed in November 2008 has been granted by the Western Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum to Mega Uranium Ltd, a Toronto based mineral resources company with a focus on uranium properties.

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By Bree Mitchelson, Principal Consultant at The Strategist Group on 22 Oct 09
TAGS: Professional, WA

Vacation Work this Summer with Barrick....

With your mid semester exams out of the way, now’s the time to start thinking about what you are going to do over your Christmas break! You may remember reading the blog about the Environmental Engineering Graduate who had the competitive advantage, when it came to looking for a Job, over Environmental Science Graduates, because the Vacation work component of her course was compulsory, but at least she did some!

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 21 Oct 09
TAGS: Student/Graduate, WA

Rio Tinto Brockman 4 Jobs

Back in late 2007 when Rio Tinto announced it’s plans to expand on its iron ore export capacity in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, with the approval of the Brockman 4 mine near Tom Price. Phase 1 was planned to take 2 years to construct and commission with ramp up planned to being in early 2010 and full capacity reached in 2012.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 21 Oct 09
TAGS: Blue Collar, WA

LIVE job requirements for Iron Ore Brownfields Construction Project - Port Hedland

United Group Resources has been awarded a $A165 million contract for an Iron Ore brownfields Construction Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.

The project involves the fabrication and on site installation of structural steel and mechanical equipment associated with transfer stations, conveyors and shuttles at the Port Hedland operations.

Due to the recent win we are looking for the following:

On-Site - Fly in Fly out (4 x 1 roster)

• Project Engineers – Ref 7076
• Superintendent – Ref 7077
• ER/IR Advisor – Ref 6301
• Scheduler – Ref 6303

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By Recruitment Team, at United Group Resources at United Group Resources on 21 Oct 09
TAGS: National, Professional

Austrian Energy and Environment – Eraring Power Station Project

In late August, AE&E was awarded the installation of a dry ash handling system at Eraring Power Station, which is owned by Eraring Energy, a state-owned corporation that manages a diverse set of electricity-generating assets located throughout New South Wales. The Eraring Power Station, at 2,640MW is Australia’s equal largest.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 21 Oct 09
TAGS: Blue Collar, Managerial, NSW, Professional

Safety Advisors required for RGP5 Rail - 3-5 month contract

Macmahon Leighton Joint venture have been awarded a contract worth over $500m in the Pilbara for a key resource sector client. A challenging project from a logistical and HSE perspective we are looking for a talented and passionate safety professionals to join our team working on a FIFO roster to Port Hedland for a period of 3-5 months.

The requirements

- Relevant tertiary qualification – minimum of a Cert IV.
- Experience in construction for major civil works ideally including experience with either bridges or rail

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By Louise Lethbridge, Recruitment Coordinator at Leighton Contractors on 20 Oct 09
TAGS: Professional, WA

Mineral Resources Limited is a diversified, Australian mining services and contracting company !

We provide services to mining, process and infrastructure clients across Australia and offshore. We have a reputation for commitment to service, operational reliability and performance and a primary focus on safety and environmental management. Due to strong growth we are seeking to fill the following positions-

Senior Project Manager
Operations Manager
Site Managers
Supervisors-Mechanical

Attractive remuneration packages will be negotiated with all successful candidates.
michelle.greenwell@mineralresources.com.au

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By Michelle Greenwell, Group Mananger HR/Recruitment at Mineral Resources Limited on 20 Oct 09
TAGS: Managerial, WA

TEREX – Large Mining Equipment Maintenance Support Roles

Due to internal promotion, new mining maintenance support agreements and an increase in demand for their services, Terex Mining Australia has a number of opportunities available supporting Central Queensland Bowen Basin Coal Mine Sites.

• Project Manager/Supervisor x 1 (site based, housing supplied) – for large mining excavator project.
• Maintenance Planner x 1 (site based, housing supplied) – for large mining excavator project.
• Product Support Advisor x 2 (site based, camp accommodation) – large mining excavator support roles.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 20 Oct 09
TAGS: Blue Collar, Professional, QLD

Nicholas Downs – Due to Open March 2010

Hancock Prospecting is expanding their reach with the announcement of their agreement with Mineral Resources this week to start operations at the Nicholas Downs manganese operation in March 2010.

Located in the Murchison region of Western Australia, first shipments are expected to sail from Port Hedland as early as April 2010.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 20 Oct 09
TAGS: Blue Collar, Professional, WA

Answers to Today’s Burning Résumé Questions

As a result of the global crisis many people are putting together a résumé for the first time in years and are frustrated to find the rules have changed. Here are a few answers to the most commonly asked questions on résumé basics to help you when putting together that all important document.

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By Gillian Kelly, Director at Outplacement Australia / Career Edge on 20 Oct 09
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, Managerial, Professional, Student/Graduate, Trainee / Apprentice, Other