14 Apr 2013

What’s it all about?

Mining is a huge part of the Australian economy, being one of the largest Australian industries it taps into the abundance of natural resources that our vast nation holds. This is an incredibly good career path that holds great prospects that span across numerous skillsets, including; trades, management, drivers, health and safety, engineering and even IT.

Will it suit me?

  • Are you prepared to work long/ strange hours for a good wage?
  • Are you prepared to move to a rural town?
  • Are you passionate about construction, engineering or business?
  • Do you work well with others?
  • Are you committed and willing to work in a challenging setting?

Answer yes to these questions and you should keep reading mining!

What will I learn?

From most training providers you will be able to acquire the basic qualifications needed to be allowed on site (e.g. Obtaining your white card) as well as choose from specialties that can help you land a job in a specialised sector. You will learn skills to set you up to work in the mining industry! So make sure your course exposes you to a broad range of both technical and safety skills such as:

  • Construction industry basics
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Risk Management
  • Surface and underground mining

Some mining schools base their training around real life scenarios, giving you all the tools necessary to enter a company in competence!

How long will the course last?

Most of the courses cover individual topics that last between 1 – 10 days.

What will I earn?

Mining is a huge industry that often goes in hand with a big pay cheque. As a rough guide here are some of the minimum wages you can expect in the mining industry:

  • Environment / Health and Safety: $62,400
  • Mining – Engineering: $59,280
  • Management: $75,000
  • Operations: $45,000
  • Exploration: $110,000

What careers will there be for me?

Mining based courses give you the fundamental skills for any construction site, allowing you to have the tools needed to pursue a trade.

What is Fee-Help or HECS?

Did you know the FEE-HELP / HECS scheme allows you to study now and pay for a course later? The great thing about FEE-HELP / HECS is that you don’t have to make any re-payments until you have a job and your income reaches a certain level, which for the 2014 / 15 income year is $53,345.

What’s for me?

That is precisely the difference with Year13. We work with over 30 course providers who will find out what you have always wanted to do and find the best course and provider to suit your study needs.

Whether you are studying part time, full time, online, or in a classroom our course advisors will find the best fit to suit your needs.