Australia Mining in WA and Employment

Western Australia has more mines than any other state in Australia. People come from not only Australia and New Zealand, but also a range of other countries, to work in the mines. If you're considering mining in WA, there are some things you might need to know, such as whether your employer will cover your training costs, the training available, required safety training, what licences are needed, how soon you can start, which jobs you would suit. and whether your travel and accommodation be provided.

Mining in WA is not only a profitable industry, but the Australian mining business has been around for a long time. The gold rushes of the mid 1800's secured mining's place in the Australian economy and has been expanding ever since. Western Australia is the largest mining area of them all, and due to their isolation there are often jobs available for people interested in mining in WA. This means that WA miners earn slightly more than the country's average of $90,000 per year, as workers often have to travel long distances to the mine sites.

Perth, Kalgoorlie, Broome and Port Headland are at the centre of this with hundreds of jobs situated in or around these areas. Some of the jobs available are Drillers, Offsider, Trades Assistant, Metallurgists, OHS Officers, Trainee Operators, Mine Engineers, Geologists, Field Assistants, Chefs/Cook, Administrators, Dump Truck Operators, Housekeepers, Plant Operators, Engineers, and Emergency Response Officers.

Our team can advise you on the jobs most suited t you, and what qualifications you'll need if you're keen on mining in WA. Each job requires a different type of experience and qualifications, but we can recommend training areas near you to help you up-skill before you apply for your desired positions. With the amount of positions available now, there has never been a better time to get into the industry.

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