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.

How do I get a job in mining?

This is the question we get asked the most. Eight simple words with one very complex answer.

Simply, there is no ‘one size fits all’ response. When callers to The Resource Channel ask this question, we could be forgiven for responding with “we’ll tell you how, if you can tell us how to achieve world peace”. Okay, might sound a tad melodramatic, but you’ll get the idea that it’s somewhat of a tough question to answer.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 26 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

NRW wins Fortescue Solomon Hub contract

NRW Civil and Mining, in a joint venture with the Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi Foundation Limited (NYFL) and Eastern Guruma Pty Ltd, has been awarded a contract for mining at Fortescue’s expansion project, the Solomon Hub.

Worth approximately $80 million, and located to the west of the miner’s Chichester Hub, the contract consists of load and haul, drill and blast, and the initial pre-strip mobilisation.  Work should take approximately 18 months.

NRW also expects civil earthworks and access roads will come under the contract.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 21 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, Professional, WA

HWE Support Shotfirers Licence upgrade

From 1 November 2011, new legislation comes into effect regarding the licensing of all shotfirers in Western Australia. Whilst the proposed changes are not yet finalised, HWE Mining will be committed to supporting any permit upgrade requirements of our affected employees.

We are ahead of the game here compared to other companies, so this should be a real benefit to our employees.

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By Recruitment Team HWE Iron Ore, on 17 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, VIC, WA

Mining Projects Overview for 2011

With 61,500 new operational jobs expected in the mining sector alone by 2015, as well as tens of thousands more in the construction stages (according to estimates released in the National Resources Sector Employment Taskforce report in July 2010), the industry is facing a skills shortage that far exceeds that experienced in the five years preceding 2008.  

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 12 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Mining Projects in Western Australia Part 1

The following are key projects either underway or due to commence in Western Australia. 

BALMORAL SOUTH

Operators: Australasian Resources

Cost:  $3bn

Location:    Just south of Karratha

Timeframe:     2 year construction timeframe from commencement

Employment:  Unknown

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 12 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Mining Projects in Western Australia Part 2

The following are key projects either underway or due to commence in Western Australia.

RAPID GROWTH PROJECT 6

Operators:  BHP Billiton

Location:  Pilbara

Timeframe:     2 years, increased output achieved by 2013

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 12 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Mining Projects in Queensland

The following are key projects either underway or due to commence in Queensland.

ALPHA COAL PROJECT

Operators: Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd

Location: Galilee Basin

Timeframe:   Construction due to commence in 2012 with first shipment for 2014

Cost:  $7.5b

Employment: 2,500 construction jobs and 1,600 permanent jobs

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 12 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Mining Projects in New South Wales and South Australia

The following are key projects either underway or due to commence in New South Wales and South Australia.

OLYMPIC DAM, South Australia

Operators: BHP Billiton

Cost:  $1.04 trillion

Location:    Roxby Downs

Timeframe:      Stage 1: 2016, Stage 2: 2018, Stage 3: 2021

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 12 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Construction starts for WPG Resources in South Australia

WPG Resources Ltd were pleased to announce that the South Australian government has approved the Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) for the Company’s flagship DSO iron ore mine south east of Coober Pedy, and has also approved the Company’s Development Application (DA) for the iron ore receival, storage and export facility to be built at Port Pirie.

The approvals mean that WPG can now move to the project construction phase.  Site works at the mine and port will commence on Monday 18 July 2011.

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By Lisa Costa, Director at The Resource Channel on 11 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, Managerial, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

WDS gets set for the future

With the resources sector moving into overdrive, WDS has set the foundation to be the preferred employer for employees wanting to create their own career path and still meet work/life balance within a team environment.  " We are creating a comprehensive employee values proposition, with comparable salaries,  a career path plan, employee VIP discount and benefits program and extensive salary sacrificing options to assist our people to make the most of their career" Glenn Smith, General Manager, Human Resources for WDS said. 

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By Sally Rinehart, Recruitment Manager at WDS Ltd on 10 Jul 11
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, Managerial, Professional, Student/Graduate, Trainee / Apprentice, Other