Getting a start in the mining industry?
Asked by Alimac
I am interested in getting a job as an underground coal miner. I have done the Generic Induction Course, First Aid course and have my HR licence but would like to know if there are any other courses that would look good on my resume. Also, is it best to approach the mining companies direct or go through the employment providers to get work?

Best Answer:
If you have a Trade make sure the qualification is relevant for the state you want to be working in, also make sure all the courses you have done are relevent to the state. It is not hard to cross credit them usually at little or no cost. You could try get your Green Card as I had to get this when I started in the mines. It is sometimes differcult and time consuming trying to get your break in the mines. Usually the mines use the agencies to find employees, you have to keep on to them to let them know you are really interested also living close to the mining areas in a huge advantage. I started out over West in the Goldfields and have recently moved towards the coal mines, It is harder to get jobs in the Coal mines as they are usually in more disired areas to live (not so remote). Once you are in the mines it will be easy for you to pick up the kind of jobs you want, it is very worth while and i love woking in the industry. Make sure you hit up all the agencies you can find and submit your resume. A good overview website for more information is http://www.TheMiningExperience.com Goodluck, hope this helps.
http://www.TheMiningExperience.com
Answered by Mark J

i was watching that show dirty jobs, or something like that, and one day he went on a mining journey with the miners. didn't look too fun. actually looked pretty damn scary
Answered by someguy_7_8