Five of the Most Highly Sought-After Mining Roles
If you’ve been considering making the switch into mining, then you’re in the right place. Zoom Recruitment is an agency that specialises in finding talent of all experience levels. We’re all about helping new entrants to the mining industry find the opportunity they need to get started.
One of the first steps is to get a lay of the land and identify some areas of the industry that are opportunity rich. Take a look here for a quick break down of five roles that mining organisations are always seeking fresh talent for. Read on below to find out more!
Forklift operators
Many of the biggest mining operations are constantly on the lookout for skilled forklift operators. There is a catch though, it’s not often that you can get this sort of work without some experience as a forklift operator in other environments. If you’ve got experience working in warehousing and logistics, you might be a front runner for a role as a forklift operator on some of Australia’s largest mining projects.
Riggers and Doggers
Riggers and Doggers are two closely related roles with skill sets that are always in demand across a variety of industries. Whether it’s erecting platforms, assisting crane operators, securing loads for transport, or inspecting lifting gear, there is plenty of work to be had for those who are ready to do the work to attain their High Risk Work License.
Administration
Not enough people seem to get that it isn’t all engineers and tradespeople on your average mining project. Every business needs people to help keep the administrative wheels turning! Most operations will run the bulk of their administrative work out of offices in the nearest cities. Meaning that you won’t necessarily have to commit to the flight out to a site on a regular basis if that isn’t for you.
Welders and Boilermakers
Welders and boilermakers are those who bring together some highly specialised training with a willingness to do what many others cannot. For that reason, qualified welders and boilermakers find themselves highly sought after on mining projects across Australia.
Extensive training, an ability to work both on your own and in a team, and a willingness to do work at heights and in confined spaces are musts for a welder or boilermaker looking to make a go of it in Australia’s mining industry.
Dump Truck Operators
For those wanting a change of scenery, there are plenty of mining projects on the lookout for dump truck operators. Many projects will have paid training programs that’ll get new operators up to speed in a matter of weeks and the average remuneration tends to be pretty strong.
Get started with Zoom Recruitment
Making the leap can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be! Zoom Recruitment is an agency that specialises in the mining industry. And we can help you figure out what your next steps might look like. Don’t hesitate to get in touch today and start the conversation with us here at Zoom Recruitment. Call 1300 762 208 today or leave us a message via our contact form to get started!
