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International work is one of the many rewarding aspects of a professional mining career, but there are some vital aspects to consider before jumping into an expat opportunity. Here are some of the key things you need to consider.. Working overseas has many benefits, both from professional and personal perspectives. It can offer the opportunity [...]

There’s nothing worse for someone’s career than a bad reputation (obviously!). Aside from the usual ways of getting a bad reputation in the industry through poor performance, unreliability, etc, it’s also very easy to burn your bridges if you don’t play the recruitment process properly. If you go out to potential employers, engage with them [...]

Mining careers are as exciting as they are lucrative for people who enjoy the lifestyle that must be lived by miners. A life in the mining industry is unlike any other in the working world. It’s full of challenges and attracts goal-oriented people from around the globe. If you are seriously looking into mining careers, [...]

Industry experts agree that human resource departments are going to feel the pinch of the increased demand for mining going forward, and that employers will face a dwindling field of talent when reviewing candidates for mining careers. A plethora of new projects are planned throughout Australia and much rebuilding is necessary after the recent environmental [...]

Australia’s mining industry is projected to make up 8.2 percent of the GDP in 2011-12, making it a great source of jobs and helping the economy stay afloat. As the annual growth rate continues to climb, more Australian workers are interested in entering this expanding industry. If you are one of the people looking for [...]

According to a recent article by the Queensland Business Journal, “there are a projected 38,000 mining jobs that will be required between now and 2014-2015.”  In order to create mining careers to satisfy shortages in the State’s mining sector, a government-funded $1.2 million ‘Resources 101′ training program has been created to help deliver what the [...]

Figuring out how much your annual salary or a job offer is worth in your back pocket can be a confusing task. We’ve broken down the basic elements to help you understand the structure of a typical remuneration package for mining professionals. Remuneration is comprised of two key elements, fixed remuneration and variable remuneration. Fixed [...]

Sometimes when you’re working your butt off, you may feel undervalued in terms of your remuneration. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s time to send your CV out for a new job. If you haven’t spoken to your boss about your salary in a career review or conversation in the last 6 months, it’s worthwhile bringing [...]

Handling questions at an interview is a matter of being prepared. Anticipate questions, think about your answers, and have a few questions of your own up your sleeve. Relax – if you are too nervous, you won’t be able to give your best. If you feel you have answered a question, stop talking. Ask the [...]

Given our diverse global industry, there’s a good chance your next job interview could be on the phone. It’s worth remembering that a phone interview is not the same as a face-to-face interview. The tips below are designed to help you handle the interview as best you can. Ensure your phone is working and be [...]