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At Advanced Recruitment Services we love showing people how to get started working in the mines. Our team has worked in almost every mining job there is and with our extensive connections, we can help you get the licenses/tickets you need and help you find the job you really want.
So here are the six most frequently asked questions and answers about how to get started working in the mines in Australia.
If you take on an apprenticeship or traineeship at the mines, you can start at 16 years of age. Otherwise, you must be at least 18 years of age to get started working in the mines.
2. Am I too old to get started working in the mines?
As long as you are fit and healthy and able to fulfill the requirements of the role you are seeking in the mines, you aren’t too old to get started working in the mines. We have placed candidates in roles who are well into their sixties.
3. What licenses/tickets do I need to get started working in the mines?
All sites across Australia and every different role will have different requirements but the commonly required ones are as follows:
Standard 11 Mining Induction
This is done as a two to three day intensive course that covers a range of units that will ensure you know how to communicate in the workplace, provide initial response first aid, comply with WHS policies and procedures to work safely, comply with site work
processes/procedures, conduct local risk control and respond to local emergencies or incidents.
Working at Heights/Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
These are also useful skills to have that may just give you an edge when it comes to being hired in a mining position.
Confined Spaces, Gas Test Atmosphere and Apply Risk Management
Being able to enter and work in confined spaces and gas test the atmosphere is another valuable ticket to have.
Some specific employers in the mines may require you to undertake their own company specific training as well but that will be explained to you if you are successful.
4. What else will I need to get started working in the mines?
It’s important that you are physically fit before you get started working in the mines. You will need to get a pre-employment medical check but the type may depend on the employer. Medical checks may include driving assessments, vision and hearing tests and physical fitness tests. All sites have a zero tolerance for drug use and most conduct random drug and alcohol screenings of employees to ensure workplace health and safety.
5. How can I increase my chances of working in the mines?
Whilst everything we’ve mentioned above are the requirements to get started working in the mines, there are still ways you can make yourself a more desirable candidate and increase your earning potential.
Some of the additional tickets/licences that can give you an edge to getting hired are:
Machine Operator
Tickets to operate loaders, excavators, water vehicles, rigid haul trucks, articulated haul trucks, dozers, integrated tool carriers, rollers, cranes, graders and more. Well-trained machine operators are often in high demand in the mines.
Dogging/Rigging
Being able to ensure the safety of loads that are being lifted by cranes on site is a well-paid job and people with these skills are highly sought after.
Crane Operators
Crane operators get to sit in an air-conditioned cab all day and have fantastic employment opportunities across multiple industries. Crane Operators are always in high demand.
The great news is that all the above tickets can also be used in the civil construction industry making them extremely valuable skills to have. With higher paid positions, you’ll easily cover the cost of any courses once you are working in the mines.
Yes! Any experience you have in a similar role within the civil construction industry will be of value when being considered for a role in the mines. Aside from experience in the roles listed in the answer to question 4, experience as any of the following will be beneficial:
- Fitter/Diesel Fitter
- Electrician
- Auto Electrician
- Mechanic
- Boilermaker
- Fixed Plant Maintenance
- Plumber
- Carpenter
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Steel Worker
- Engineer
- Trades Assistant
- Scaffolder
- Dogger/Rigger
- Crane Operator
Ready to get started working in the mines?
So there you have it – our top 6 frequently asked questions about how to get started working in the mines.
We hope your questions have been answered but if we’ve missed something, please don’t hesitate to give the Advanced Recruitment Services team a call on 0484 318 116. Our team is always keen to talk to anyone looking to get into work at the mines.
If you are ready to book in to get those tickets, we can highly recommend the following training organisations:
Based on the Gold Coast, On the Job Training specialise in high risk work licences, cranes, dogging and rigging, forklift, EWP and Scaffolding.
Based in Cairns, Pro-Lift Training FNQ have the largest Civil Construction and Mining Machine Training Grounds in North Queensland and over 1000 Five star google reviews.
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