Observations from 25 years in business
One of the biggest factors determining success and longevity in business is corporate culture, says Mining People founder Steve Heather.
by Steve Heather · Feb 07, 2020
Leadership and Business
Quarterly report: Mining ringing in changes with new year
The last quarter of 2019 was filled with fascinating developments in Australian mining industry employment. To find out what’s been going on, read more here.
by Shane Moore · Jan 15, 2020
After a brutal year in mining for some, are you OK?
2019 was, for many people in mining, a brutal year. So with the new year upon us, it’s a good time not just to reflect on our years, but to ask others how they’re coping.
by Steve Heather · Dec 18, 2019
Poll results: what candidates want to go residential
Poll results: We wanted to know what it would take to convince mining job candidates to take on residential roles. Here’s what they told us.
by Steve Heather · Dec 13, 2019
Here are some real-life facts about mining and minerals
The Australian mining industry must be more proactive about promoting the incredible things mining allows humanity to achieve – including creating a cleaner future.
by Steve Heather · Nov 26, 2019
How to fix the mining capital and staff shortage with the same response
Both the capital shortage affecting the small end of the mining industry and a looming skills shortage could potentially be solved by the same action.
by Steve Heather · Oct 31, 2019
All hail the mine site general manager
The mine site general manager is often the unsung hero of a mining company. Steve Heather offers his opinion why.
by Steve Heather · Sep 25, 2019
What are the top reasons people leave their mining jobs?
Find out why most mining employees leave their jobs, according to a survey of more than 600 people working in the industry.
by Steve Heather · Aug 27, 2019
7 big ideas to help solve the Kalgoorlie (in WA) FIFO crisis
Candidates for mining jobs just don’t want to move to Kalgoorlie. Here are 7 big ideas that could help make residential mining jobs more attractive.
by Steve Heather · Aug 26, 2019
Employment and mining: April 2019 Quarterly update
Take a close look at Mining People’s data to see the state of mining industry employment in Australia in 2019.
by Shane Moore · Aug 21, 2019
Diggers 2019 day 2: blinkers off as next-gen leaders take over
Find out what happened at day two of the Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum in Kalgoorlie, 2019.
by Dan Hatch · Aug 07, 2019
Will mining’s much-needed consolidation kick start off the back of some Diggers deals?
Diggers and Dealers 2019 is just around the corner and with the industry feeling increasingly positive about the future, there’s a lot to discuss.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 11, 2019