Mining

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitters assemble and repair machinery using metal parts, assessing materials and ensuring equipment performance.

Avg yearly income $100,048
Skill level Beginner

Machinist

A Machinist operates machinery to create, fit, and verify metal parts, ensuring precision, problem-solving, and teamwork in various locations.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Hydraulic Mechanic

A Hydraulic Mechanic fixes hydraulic machinery, handling repairs, inspections, and maintenance across industries and environments.

Avg yearly income $87,360
Skill level Unknown

Hydraulic Fitter

A Hydraulic Fitter fabricates and installs parts for hydraulic equipment, ensuring they meet specifications and function effectively across various industries like mining and construction.

Avg yearly income $87,360
Skill level Unknown

Plant Mechanic

A Plant Mechanic repairs and maintains heavy machinery, conducts inspections, sources parts, and works in workshops or on-site.

Avg yearly income $59,020
Skill level Unknown

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

An Electrical and Instrumentation Technician ensures equipment operates correctly by installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing it.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Instrumentation Technician

An Instrumentation Technician ensures automated equipment operates safely, performing installation, calibration, testing, and maintenance tasks.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Beginner

Plant Operator

A Plant Operator maintains equipment in power, chemical, or oil plants, monitoring operations and testing samples to ensure proper functionality.

Avg yearly income $80,600
Skill level Beginner

Engineering Tradesperson

An Engineering Tradesperson creates and maintains parts for construction projects, using various tools and machinery while managing multiple projects effectively.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Mining Supervisor

A Mining Supervisor manages mine operations, ensures safety and production targets are met, handles incidents, and organises training, requiring leadership and safety focus.

Avg yearly income $151,840
Skill level Unknown

Driller Offsider

A Driller Offsider assists in mining operations by preparing drilling sites, handling equipment, and ensuring safety while working remotely under FIFO arrangements.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

Geological Technician

A Geological Technician assists geologists in mining and exploration by collecting samples, conducting tests, and maintaining geological records, often in remote FIFO locations.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Mining Machine Operator

A Mining Machine Operator uses machinery to extract and transport materials, requiring technical skills, safety focus, and teamwork, often working away from home.

Avg yearly income $91,000
Skill level Unknown

Miner

A Miner operates equipment like excavators and trucks in mines, focusing on safety and teamwork, often working shifts and possibly travelling.

Avg yearly income $130,000
Skill level Unknown

Apprentice Engineer

An Apprentice Engineer trains in creating and maintaining machinery parts, uses various tools, and must follow instructions, work in teams, and be adaptable.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown

Research Engineer

A Research Engineer develops and tests new engineering products and systems, solving problems with existing processes while requiring strong analytical and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

Dump Truck Operator

A Dump Truck Operator drives trucks to transport mining materials, requiring strong technical skills, teamwork, and a focus on safety.

Avg yearly income $89,440
Skill level Unknown

Production Operator

A Production Operator in mining operates equipment to process, load, and move materials, ensuring safety, teamwork, and technical precision, often away from home.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in mining

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
52882WA

Advanced Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering for Oil and Gas Facilities
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
UEE40420

Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$4,000
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
52892WA

Advanced Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering in Mining
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Doctor of Engineering
On Campus, Online
36 months
$38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer
RII30820

Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
On Campus
7 - 12 months
$0 - $9,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Technician Plant Operator Production Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Technician Plant Operator Production Worker
UEE31220

Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
52857WA

Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Plant Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Plant Technician
UEE50220

Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$8,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering)
Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer
UEE42220

Certificate IV in Instrumentation and Control
On Campus
15 days
$5,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
UEE40920

Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician
RII50920

Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management
On Campus
24 months
$1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor
RII40420

Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations
On Campus
24 months
$10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor Miner
RII40120

Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations
Blended, Traineeship
10 - 12 months
$0 - $13,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Supervisor Miner
RII30320

Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining
On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
RII30120

Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $9,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
RII20420

Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining
On Campus
18 months
$3,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Miner
RII20220

Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 18 months
$0 - $4,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Dump Truck Operator Miner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Dump Truck Operator Miner
MEM50222

Diploma of Engineering - Technical
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $21,012
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter
Asset Engineer Production Engineer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter Asset Engineer Production Engineer + 2 more
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $30,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter
Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor + 7 more
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