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.

The Resource Channel

Macmahon launches ROCKSTAR Indigenous employment and training

Macmahon has launched an Indigenous employment and training initiative that will see 300 Indigenous people start their career in the mining and construction sectors over the next 18 months.

The ROCKSTAR program (Real Opportunities and Careers – Kick Starting Today’s Aboriginal Role-models) was formally launched by Federal Special Minister of State Gary Gray at Macmahon’s workshop and training facility.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 29 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, NT, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, WA

Rio Tinto

Mine of the FutureTM

Rio Tinto is a global mining and metals group, dedicated to the smartest discovery, extraction and processing of the earth’s natural resources. 

From our operations to our community involvement, everything we do is done with the future firmly in mind.  We’re committed to the most sustainable, most efficient and most forward-looking ways to do business and deliver results.  So we reward our employees with a responsible, open and diverse culture of opportunity – a working environment in which they can go further. 

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By Ruby Jeer, Senior Advisor - Branding and Marketing, Recruitment and Talent at Rio Tinto on 28 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, Managerial, Professional, Student/Graduate, Trainee / Apprentice, Other

The Resource Channel

As Graduate Recruitment season starts, our tips to Students/Candidates

Last Friday we had a great day hosting the AOG 2012 Careers Day, of which some 500+ students enjoyed a jam packed program of inspirational speakers, sensational prizes and a chance to connect directly with Employers.Thanks to the support of Woodside, Technip, JP Kenny, Curtin and UWA, GE Oil &Gas, Inpex, John Holland, SUT, Subsea 7, ConocoPhillips  and Worley Parsons -  their company representatives shared some great stories about their personal journeys, career highlights and tips to Students

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By Lisa Costa, Director at The Resource Channel on 27 Feb 12
TAGS: National, ACT, NSW, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

MMG

Become an MMG Graduate in 2013

Starting today 27th February 2012, MMG is accepting applications for its 2013 Graduate program.

We are interested in hearing from candidates who have graduated in the following disciplines;

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By Julia Whale, Recruitment Assistant at MMG on 27 Feb 12
TAGS: National, Student/Graduate

MMG

New declines at Dugald River

MMG's Dugald River project is gaining momentum with new works taking place during February.

On Thursday 2 February, the Dugald River project commenced the underground exploration decline development, with the firing of the first cut in the North decline, followed by the first firing in the South decline the following day. 

An early works program managed by Jacobs (the EPCM contractor) and carried out by NRW included the establishment of the North and South Boxcuts, in addition to haul roads, ore and waste pads. 

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By Liz Owen, Group Recruitment Team Leader at MMG on 27 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, Managerial, Professional, Student/Graduate, Trainee / Apprentice, Other

The Resource Channel

FIFO or Residential?

Many companies offer their workers the option of either fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) or residential living.   But which is the best option for you? Most of the time, the answer to this dilemma is associated more with your family’s circumstances than with the role itself. Whether you’re on a FIFO roster or residential living, what you do at work will change little. However, if you have a family with children approaching school age, or are at school already, the decision becomes a little more difficult.

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By Jason Nitz, Guest Blogger working for major Australian gold producer in Indonesia at The Resource Channel on 22 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, National, ACT, NSW, Professional, NT, Student/Graduate, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice, Other, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

The Resource Channel

Are you a UK tradie seeking to work in the Australian Resource Sector?

Attractings tradies (Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters etc) is becoming a major problem for Australian and New Zealand businesses and the problem is only going to get worse.

It has been estimated that over 30,000 tradespeople will be needed to participate in the rebuilding of Christchurch alone following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. Add to this the demand for Tradies in the Australian resource sector and the Queensland flood rebuild, it is easy to understand why Australian & NZ companies are now looking oversees to fill these positions.

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 22 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, National

INPEX

Building the future of energy in 2012

Construction on the world-class Ichthys Project has already begun. Below is the timeline for construction of the key components of this large-scaleLNG development.

Q1 2012 – Q1 2014        Onshore civil site preparation and Module                 

Module Offloading Facility (MOF) construction

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By The Recruitment Team, from INPEX on 21 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, Managerial, Professional, NT, QLD, WA

National Apprenticeships Program

Reinvent Your Career Expo

Because we had such a great turn out at the Mining & Gas Expo we have also signed up to feature at the Reinvent Your Career Expo... You can come down and speak with a NAP representative on the weekend of the 24th & 25th of March at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Center at Southbank...

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By Recruitment Team, from National Apprenticeships Program on 21 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, QLD, Trainee / Apprentice

The Resource Channel

Thiess JV Wheatstone LNG tanks contract generates 475 new jobs

A $500m contract to build LNG storage and condensate tanks for the Chevron-operated Wheatstone project has been awarded to a joint venture between Thiess and EV LNG Australia (EVT).

The EVT JV is responsible for the engineering, procurement and construction of two LNG full containment storage tanks which have a capacity of 150,000 cubic metres each and two condensate storage tanks with a capacity of 120,000 cubic metres each. 

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By Jody Elliott, Director at The Resource Channel on 21 Feb 12
TAGS: Blue Collar, Professional, WA