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What are the key challenges facing Upstream and Downstream Operations Professionals in Australia ?
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Hi there,

I have a total of 8 years of professional experience in reliability, project management, electronics/electrical engineering, failure analysis/troubleshooting and quality assurance from the military and electronics industries. I have been trying and it has been very hard to get into the mining or oil and gas industry even with my experience. Does anyone have any idea if I am interested in the electrical/electronics engineering or reliability engineering?

Cheers

William

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Hi there,

I was just wondering if anyone would know if I was to do a course related to "Drillers Offsider" how succsesfull would I be in getting job with a company? Would they be willing to take me on and reconize I have done training and I am willing to work hard ?

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G'day
I am a 60+ registered builder looking to get back into mining either as an operator or construction side. Worked for BHP in the 70s driving Payhauler International 50 tonner, Hough 400C & CAT988 loaders & 200t road trains for nearly 3 years in the Northern Territory. I hold an MC license. Seems you need recent experience to get in nowadays & there are courses to upskill (at a cost of course) but just wondered if anyone has had luck getting operator positions following these courses.
Cheers
Rod

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Hi everyone!
My name is Giovanni Guerriero, and tryly, i'm a skilled Camera Operator and video editor. I work in Media companies as freelance here in Perth.
I would like to know more about work in mining even for that people who don't have ANY experience about it! I've done the waiter in past, so that i could entry in these area through this job field.
Can you recommend something to me?
Thank you all!
Have a G'Day!

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Hey, I am interested in becoming an OH&S officer or VOC Assessor. I am wondering what courses I need to complete to have the relevant certificates to work in the mining industry?,
I have a degree in Applied Social Studies, got my NT Traffic Control tickets, white card, first aid, rsa. With many of my job positions, safety of yourself, fellow workers, clients, pedestrians is paramount. I have a drive to expand my learning and career direction.
With life skills and common sense, I am adaptable in all environments and eager to start on my new career asap.

Appreciate any advice and information.

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G'Day Guys
Looking for work as a Crane Operator, dogman or rigger. I have the following tickets etc Cert III in Rigging, Dogging, C6 Crane Licence, Forklift, Elevated Work Platform, Working at Heights, First Aid, HR and White card. And of course no experience. I'm thinking of going to Port Hedland in Jan and Feb next year to look for work. Does anyone think this is a good idea, bad idea or has any tips or know any companies worth a try in or around Port Hedland.
Cheers Neil

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I am Tanzanian with exepirience of mining operator. I would like to work in Australia but I find organization for sponsor visa and work permit.

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Hi am a diesel mechanics having 16 years of experience . Am trying to get to the mines since 6 months but unsuccessful.. My resume was done by an ex Hr in the mining industry... Can u plz help me... Thanks

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I am 26 years of age and looking to work on the rigs, I have obtained my tickets, white card, working safely with Heights, Enter and work in confimed spaces, Wellsite permit to work, operate breathing apparatus,undertake first reponse to fire incidents,first aid, forklift licence. I understand that I would need to apply for a role as a leasehand or Greenhand but despite passing a medical and interview with one company it is now 3 months and still unable to get my foot in the door. Can you advise me where I can go from here?

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Hi,

What is the quickest way to get a job as a Geoscientist after more than 10years away from it?

Thanks.

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I'm a qualified electrician of 10 years with qld and w.a qualifications. Domestic/commercial and industrial.Im in Perth and looking to work in the mining industry.I have no mining experience.

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OK im 56 yo female lots of experience & qualifications in the building & building maintenance industry . But i'd like to get in on the mining boom & make some decent money to set me up for the short fall in my super, on top of that im great with plant & machinery. SO what possibilities are there ? if any . Please reply.

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Hi,

Like most, I am trying to find a way into the mining industry. I am 23 and currently reside in South Australia; however I am willing to move where ever I need to in order to secure a position. I have been working in the Royal Australian Air Force for the past 6 years, so I do not have any current mining experience. My Father and Sister currently work up at Gladstone and have said that working in the mines is very similar to working in Defence because there are many of the same overarching safety policies and requirements, which is one of the main reasons that I am keen to transition over to the mining industry.

I have however completed the following courses / training:
- Diploma OH&S
- Cert IV Training & Assessment
- Senior First Aid
- White Card
- Management Fundamentals
- Leadership Fundamentals
- OH&S Awareness Training

If anyone has any tips that would help me to transition into the mining sector, I would greatly appreciate your help.

Thanks

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Hi!
I've worked in Australia with BHI as a Data Engineer in 2007-2009 less than 2 years period. Now, I want to apply for any kind of visa which can help me to stay in Australia and work there with multiple entries.
Kindly, guide me for this visa application ans all the requirements.
Regards
Ilyas Ahmad Khan

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I am an Australian degree qualified Electrical Engineer with 20+ years experience as a Senior Project/Program Manager (ICT infrastructure and electronics engineering). I am interested in moving across to the mining industry but am unsure about which strategy to implement to do so. My wife is an ICT Recruitment Account Manager so understands the process well, but neither of us have any experience with the mining industry or specific mining recruiters. I'm looking for a professional and practical alternative to shot-gunning my CV to all and sundry, and would appreciate your advice on this matter. Thank you.

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I live in the U.K & work in the Oil & Gas industry as a Thermal Insulation Engineer / sheet metal fabricator, I also have a teaching certificate & used to train & assess apprentices within the industry.I'm Looking to work on L.N.G projects in Australia & assist with apprenticeship program for Pattern development & insulation fabrication.
As most of these projects are only at the construction stages, & sponsored working visa required, its difficult as companies in this trade presently recruit only Australian residents.

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Hi everyone does anyone know when of if The Wheatstone Village project has started taking on carpenters, im a carpenter form sydney, i applied for wheatstone about the start of july and was wondering if theres any new yet ?

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Like everyone here, I want to join the mining sector. For me I'm wanting to secure a drillers assistant positio. I'm 32, have a HR drivers licence, and my white card. Currently living in Sydney, I would of course be willing to move inter state to get a start. For the past 6 years I have been working as a removalist. I am tempted to do a drilling course in cairns, but for one dont have the $3500 for the course, and don't know how needed it is. Ideally I would like to work a 2/2 or 4/2 roster in a coal seam gas role, but am open.
Any information would be greatly appreciated on how to get a start. I'm willing to work in any part of Australia.

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hi i'm new onto website. i'm looking to get a start in the industry and am willing to travel and do anything to get my experience up, any help would be appreciated. on the jobs available page there is a job there for an electrical/mechanical fitter adult apprenticeship available. when i go to section where to apply for job i cant find out where to apply. any help would be good. thanks in advance chris.

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Hello everybody, I'm trying to get an entry level job in the mines and I was wondering If it is important to do "Manual Handling awareness" and "Hazardous Substances Awareness" courses?

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G'day. I live in Portland Vic and am wanting information on what is the best way to get onto short term shutdown work. I am a mechanical fitter, with some experience in smelter,Gas and timber industries maintenance and shutdowns.

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Hello All...
I am a keen young man interested in taking my career into the offshore sector.I have a fitter/welder trade behind me and wanting to start a traineeship that will be best suited to my trade.Any ideas Or advice with whoam i could get started with? Thanks for your time and help....Cheers

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Hello to all I have moved to Western Australia to work in the mines I am aware that it has been hard to get a mining job I currently hold a Heavy Rigid vehicle licence( experienced) and I am going to get my Dangerous goods security card with the "Australians first approach" to fill the skills shortage any extra advice will be much appreciated.. Brendan

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So mr Kloppers, Apparently you think no one wants to relocate to WA?.
Are we supposed to just hang out in a tent in a town with extreme temperatures not equipped to handle the people you say you need?.
As we all know, its chicken and egg for us that want to "get in" to this biz. Where is the Traineeships?, Where is the incentives?.
It seems no one wants to pay (invest!) to train.
If the training was right, I would sign a (negotiable) contract for "The" company to recoup the money invested in me over time. fair is fair!. why is this such a hard concept?. I dont want to be cynical but I doubt its as simple as that.... thoughts?

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I have just spent two years doing 8 Week on 2 Weeks off FIFO Work from Hobart to Karratha and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I would love more of the same, my only problem is I live in Hobart.
The determent doesn't seem to be me, but the attitude of Recruitment Companies and Human Resource personnel with there Family Friendly Rosters.I hate not working.
After doing 8 weeks on I believe it O.K if I go home to my Family in Hobart
Any offers?

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Hi, I am enquiring about mining jobs in western Australia in particular vacancies for driving dump trucks and operating Excavator. I’m located in Victoria currently. However, I’m willing to relocate with short notice with FIFO arrangement or residential. Please Note, I can organise my own accommodation with short notice. . I have some experience in construction and driving heavy machinery and am prepared to work long hours. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Regards,
Israel

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Gday

I'm a 3rd, nearly 4th year mobile plant apprentice working for a dealership in Tasmania. I have completed all my TAFE courses, nearly all of my on the job paperwork and I'm only waiting for my time to roll over. My boss won't sign me off til the end of my 4th year. I need a change and I'd like to get into the mining or offshore industries, and get away from the confines of Tassie

What is the best way to go about this?

Thanks

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Hi there, my name is Ian Thistleton and im 28 years old, currently 1yr and 10 months through my electrical apprenticeship.
My current company has gone under which has left me unemployed but i still wish to continue my carrier within the field.
I would like to continue my apprenticeship within the mines, looking at your website to me seems like a good start.
Was inquiring to see if there was any opportunity of being apart of your company or any information that you could give me that would help me continue my apprenticeship within the mines.

Kind Regards
Ian Thistleton

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Hi, I am enquiring about mining jobs in western Australia in particular vacancies for driving dump trucks. I am a dual citizen of the United States and Ireland and am prepared to immigrate if I can find a company that is willing to sponsor me with a 2-3 year visa. I have some experience in construction and driving heavy machinery and am prepared to work long hours. Any information would be greatly appreciated

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