POLL RESULTS: Are we closing the gender pay gap?
The gender pay gap between men and women in mining is a thorny issue. We’ve revisited the topic and have new data.
by Sarah Mitchell · Aug 11, 2020
Is mining about to lose the very skills it needs?
Is the mining industry doing enough to ensure vital technical skills and knowledge are passed on to the younger generation of miners?
by Dan Hatch · Aug 03, 2020
R&R? Treat your kids to a fun day out around Perth
If you’re a FIFO worker and you’re looking for something fun to do in Perth with your kids while you’re on R&R, here are 10 ideas.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 21, 2020
What is working on a mine site like for a woman?
What’s it like being a woman working FIFO on a mine site in Australia’s mining industry? We asked a couple of women who’d done it, to find out.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 17, 2020
Quarterly market update: resilience and balancing priorities
July Quarterly Update: Coronavirus turned life on its head but there is still plenty for the mining industry to be positive about.
by Shane Moore · Jul 15, 2020
Is the mining industry making enough use of mentoring?
The benefits of having a mentor in any industry are well-known, but is mining making enough of this potential?
by Steve Heather · Jul 14, 2020
Miners urged to act quickly on workforce skills shortage
COVID-19 and the WA border closure have started to exhaust the pool of experienced workforce candidates, and mining companies need to act fast to secure good candidates.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 10, 2020
Why now is the time to hire for attitude, not skill
Mining companies often say they want to hire someone with the right attitude, but they often end up hiring based on skill. Here’s why it’s time that changed.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 08, 2020
Top tax-time tips for anyone working in Australian mining
If you work in the Australian mining industry and you’re getting ready for tax time, here’s what you need to know.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 07, 2020
Women in Mining - It’s 2020 why have we not done more?
Mining’s social licence to operate is under more scrutiny than ever before, and it’s time we did more for women in mining.
by Steve Heather · Jul 02, 2020
Are miners doing enough about the gender pay gap?
Do you think the mining company you work for is doing enough to close the gender and equality pay gap? Take our poll and tell us what you think.
by Dan Hatch · Jul 01, 2020
How to secure an admin, HR or supply job in mining right now
What is the job situation like for administration, HR and supply roles in the Australian mining industry right now?
by Dan Hatch · Jun 30, 2020