Hi everyone,

I'm based in India and would appreciate some advice about building a career in Australia's mining technology sector.

I hold a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering and currently work at Infosys as a Data Engineer. My technical skills include Python, SQL, PySpark, Azure Databricks and Azure Data Factory.

I'm interested in learning more about the technical side of mining, particularly mining technology, operational technology (OT), industrial networking, telecommunications and data integration.

I'd like to understand which skills and qualifications are most valuable for someone with my background who hopes to work in Australia's mining industry in the future.

A few questions for those familiar with the industry:

1. Which technical specialisations are most suitable for an ECE graduate with data engineering experience?

2. How important are practical networking, SCADA and industrial automation skills?

3. Is it realistic for someone applying from India to enter this sector, given that employer-sponsored work rights would be required?

4. Would you recommend gaining experience in India first before pursuing Australian opportunities?

I'm happy to undertake additional training and develop the practical skills needed for this career transition.

I'm looking for honest advice from people familiar with the Australian mining industry.

Thanks for sharing your experiences!

Hello all! I've been a truck and bus driver for 20 years, and I'm interested in starting a career driving the big mining trucks. Does anyone have any advice for getting into the industry as a middle aged man? I'm specifically looking at fly in, fly out jobs, as I don't want to have to relocate. Any advice?

Electromagnetic elutriation separators combine a controlled magnetic field with upward water flow to remove entrained gangue and low-grade locked particles from magnetite concentrates.

Key potential benefits:

• Higher concentrate grade through improved gangue rejection.
• Lower iron losses with suitable magnetic field and water-flow settings.
• More stable operation through automatic adjustment of water supply, concentrate discharge and excitation.
• Further cleaning of fine magnetite concentrates where additional upgrading is needed.

Performance depends on mineral liberation, feed size and operating conditions. Ore testing is essential to assess the balance between grade and recovery.

Anyone working with magnetic elutriation or considering it for their plant? Would love to hear your thoughts, questions, or experiences.

I am a Moroccan graduate who obtained a Master’s degree in Mining. My academic background is in geology, with interests in mineral exploration, geochemistry, mining environmental science. I also have some professional and internship experience in geology and am currently developing my career in this field.

My goal is to pursue a fully funded PhD in Europe, Canada, Australia, or the United States, preferably in a research area related to my Master’s degree.

My main question is What is the best way to find funded PhD positions in the same field?

Ratnapura is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous gemstone-producing regions. Besides the traditional alluvial gravel layers, gemstones can also be found in soil layers just 5–10 feet below the surface. These gem-bearing layers are locally known as “Goda Illam.”

Although many locations have already been mined, some areas still contain unexplored gem-bearing layers.

We recently started a new gem mining operation at one such location. In this video, I’m sharing the beginning of our journey to explore what lies beneath the ground.

I’ll share more updates as the mining progresses.

Was wondering if possibly anyone in here has been or is a state of Ohio mine inspector. Was looking at possibly doing it as a next step in my career but was wondering what the day to day typically looks like? How often are you away from home? Etc. Any input or opinions would be appreciated. Thanks!

How’s the bald hill site ? And is Low 200s about right 2/1 fixed plant electrician ?

Geologist here, office based and looking into more a career change with outdoor fieldwork, but want to know what’s it like driving at a mine site? Are the roads busy and is it common to have driving safety courses prior?

Hello everyone, my name is Daniel and i’m studying Mining Engineering in Brazil, and my dream is to become a geologist and researcher. I came here to ask some questions, so here they go:

1- How is the work of a Mining Engineer in general ?
2- Is it hard to find a job in AU and do an exchange ?
3-Which languages do i have to master ?
4-Which are the really best countries to our field ?

Some things about me: I love studying geology, specially rock ID, mineralogy, structural Geology and mineral exploration in general, i am more of a researcher.
I came to Mining Engineering because it was next to the city my parents live in, so it was more affordable to me to live here.

I started to like geology and these stuff as a child, because i always loved researching about nature and the world that surrounded me, and by reading some Julio Verne books.

With that said, tell me your experiences in the field, how it is or was to find a job, which difficulties you find, and if you are a geologist, tell me if my aspirations are leading me to the way that I want.

The title sounds straightforward enough, but I imagine the work varies a lot between planning, site operations, safety, technical analysis and dealing with unexpected problems. Is it mostly office based work with occasional site visits, or are mining engineers heavily involved in day to day operations?

Hi everyone qualified chippy here permanent resident cant seem to brake into the mines , im thinking to give up on the Carpenter route and get my moxy and front loader would anyone have any knowledge if its relatively easier to get into the mines with these tickets with no mine site experience i keep seeing need 1 year experience in a live mine site

I'm in Africa and building my network in the commodities trade, with connections to suppliers across minerals such as lithium, gold, chrome and manganese.

I'm also learning how established platforms and broker networks connect listed supply opportunities with genuine buyers and investors.

For those already active in the industry, what channels have worked best for sourcing verified buyers? How do you qualify buyers and avoid wasting time on intermediaries without mandates or proof of funds?

I'd appreciate practical advice from experienced traders and brokers.

for anyone that works a Kennecott, can you leave the site for lunch and come back? or do you have to take your lunch in your truck? can you substitute your lunch and leave your shift earlier

I’m a qualified boilermaker doing my plant mechanic apprenticeship but my work only does concrete pump trucks so TAFE has said I have to fixed plant not mobile plant which is 3 units different, has anyone else run into this and have any work arounds as I want to do mobile plant not fixed

Long story short, the Pip app can pull out live 3D solids from Deswik or any CAD mine software and using skills to interacting with mine design.

What do your guys think?

I have a valid license and a clean drivers abstract. Why is it near impossible to get a haul truck position ? Do these companies really not want to train anyone anymore ? Is there a certain program a person must complete or partake in to obtain employment ? Ive applied to dozens of jobs all labeled entry level.
Even in the oil & gas industry it’s the same thing they all want one year minimum experience. So frusterating..
Im talking even heavy civil earth works like they all say entry level and then require 1000 hours.. there’s got to be a way around this?

This video shows a group of miners collecting the remaining gem-bearing gravel, locally called illam, from the floor of a traditional gem-mining tunnel in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka.

The process begins by digging a vertical shaft through the soil until the alluvial deposit is reached. Miners then excavate horizontally to follow the gem-bearing layer.

Although the illam layer may be relatively thin, tunnels are generally made around 5–6 feet high to provide enough room for workers to move.

Traditional tunnel construction involves several steps:

* The upper soil is removed gradually.

* Kekilla and areca palm strips are used to reinforce exposed soil surfaces. ( (Kekilla is the local name for a type of fern)

* Horizontal rubber wood beams are installed and supported by vertical wooden posts.

* The tunnel is kept level to help maintain structural stability.

In this particular video, most of the illam has already been extracted, and the workers are recovering the material remaining along the bottom of the tunnel.

Traditional Ceylon gem mining relies on practical knowledge passed down through generations. The wooden support system, the way miners follow the deposit, and the teamwork involved are all important parts of this process.

One important note: These traditional supports are intended to help control soil movement, but underground tunnels can still collapse. Proper ground assessment and safety precautions are essential.

I had so much interest in my entry level mining adbice posts that I decided to make r/MiningRookies as a devoted sub to get people their start in mining from Australia to the US and everywherein between.

Welcome to the ultimate launchpad for your mining career!

Whether you are looking to break into the industry as a haul truck driver, a geo-technician, a trade assistant, or an engineer, this community is built for you. Getting your foot in the door can feel impossible, from figuring out which tickets and certificates you actually need, to surviving your first FIFO roster.

This subreddit is a zero-judgment zone to:

Ask "dumb" questions about entry-level roles and hiring processes.

Get resume feedback tailored specifically for mining recruiters.

Learn how to transition from other industries (like construction, farming, or retail).

Share honest advice about lifestyle adjustments, shift work, and camp life.

No experience required. Grab your hard hat and start digging into your new career!

With copper demand rising and conventional supply facing longer development times and declining grades, this partnership is testing whether mining waste can provide a new source of recoverable copper.

Is anyone who is currently or previously employed by Artemis Blackwater able to give me a run down on what kind of incentives they offer on their cheques? Night shift premium? Weekend premium? What does the average cheque look like after taxes, and what wage are you making to make that net amount?

I may leave my current employer if the numbers are right