Is it really about who you know versus what you know?
Does who you know in the mining industry outweigh what you know? We look at this age-old adage and whether it's still relevant in the workforce today.
by Beatrice Thomas · Oct 30, 2018
Career Stories
Everything you need to know about entry-level mining jobs in Kalgoorlie
What sorts of entry-level mining jobs are available in Kalgoorlie and what do they entail? How do I get one?
by Dan Hatch · Oct 24, 2018
Mining job vacancies are up in WA: what now?
The number of Western Australians employed in mining has reached a record level. Here is what that means for mining professionals.
by Stephanie O'Brien · Oct 22, 2018
Where your mining recruitment or job search goes wrong
Too many recruiters are guilty of not reading resumes properly and not returning calls. It’s time to change.
4 reasons to get an interview coach (if you want the mining job)
Are you getting interviews but no offers? Here are four reasons to consider using an interview coach.
by Stephanie O'Brien · Oct 15, 2018
7 tips for writing a cover letter for a mining job
Cover letter writing is an art. Here’s how to do it well and win the job.
by Stephanie O'Brien · Oct 12, 2018
Is a little white lie on your mining job application worth it?
Is a little white lie on your application for a mining job or your resume really going to matter?
How to recruit the best talent in a mining skills shortage
Here are 6 tips to help ensure you’re recruiting top talent during mining’s skills shortage.
by Dan Hatch · Oct 08, 2018
How to use lawyers in mining, life, and business generally
Mining People MD Steve Heather looks at how to use lawyers correctly - and the wider lessons for life and business.
by Steve Heather · Sep 28, 2018
Would you move to Kalgoorlie if the government paid you?
Kalgoorlie is a town desperate for workers to move there and begin to call it home. But would you move there if the government paid you?
by Beatrice Thomas · Sep 25, 2018
Mining's women take centre stage
If you missed this year's Women in Mining event in Perth, here's what happened.
Advice for anyone in mining experiencing a mid-career crisis
Having a mid-life career crisis? If you’re ready for a change but don’t know what it is yet, here’s our expert advice.
by Dan Hatch · Sep 20, 2018