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A Mining Supervisor oversees operations at a mine or a particular department at a mine site. You’ll ensure the mine is operating efficiently and production targets are being met. Mining Supervisors deal with any problems or incidents that occur and may organise training for new and current staff. You’ll ensure all safety and environmental standards are being adhered to.
Mining Supervisors should have strong leadership skills and must be able to handle several tasks at one time. It’s important that you are safety focused and can communicate well with your team. Depending on the location of your work, Mining Supervisors may be required to be away from home for periods of time.
There are 6 courses available for people who want to become a Mining Supervisor. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a site manager at an open cut mine or quarry with the RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management. This nationally recognised diploma delivers a mix of leadership and mine site operational skills. The course covers: ensuring site safety and compliance, implementing risk control strategies, implementing operational plans (environment, emergency preparedness, pit plan, ground control etc), overseeing infrastructure and mine service systems, business admin, budgeting and documentation. Enquire now for the full list of mining management competencies as well as upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Gain the knowledge and skills necessary for effective leadership in surface coal mining operations. Covering strategic planning, safety, and environmental sustainability, the Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management equips professionals for success in complex mining operations..
The RII60220 Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management is for site managers at mines and quarries who need leadership and advanced technical skills. This nationally recognised diploma will develop your leadership confidence and abilities so you can effectively manage extraction operations and safety. The course covers: providing leadership across the organisation, managing site improvement and safety, directing procurement and contracting, establishing environmental management plans, managing major incidents and emergencies, establishing quality systems, establishing quarry operations and development, responding to spills, planning pit development, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, leadership competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Become a shift supervisor or team leader at a coal mine with the RII50920 Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management. This nationally recognised diploma builds on your existing knowledge and experience and teaches you how to oversee mining operations while leading a work team. The course covers: risk management, site services and infrastructure systems, shotfiring operations, WHS procedures and programs, documentation and admin skills. You’ll also learn how to implement management plans for gas, inrush, emergency preparedness, mine transport systems, production equipment, ventilation, and spontaneous combustion. Enquire now for entry requirements, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Want to step-up to supervisor or team leader at an open cut mine or quarry? How about the Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations (RII40120)? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to supervise small work teams, while implementing the site’s safety, environmental, and quality systems. The course covers: risk management and site compliance, leadership and communication, maintaining site safety, responding to site emergencies, applying the pit plan, administration and computers. There is also scope to gain leadership skills in blasting, dredging, stable mining, surface coal mining, overburden dump operations, mobile plant operations, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, mining leadership competencies, and available enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Mining Supervisor generally earns $1,750 per week ($91,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This field of work has seen an increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 7,300 people employed as a Mining Supervisor in Australia, compared to 6,500 five years ago. Mining Supervisors may find work in regions of Australia where mining takes place, often in regional, rural or remote areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a Mining Supervisor, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Surface Operations Management. This course covers a range of topics including site safety and compliance, risk control strategies, operational plans and mine service systems. An Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within mining. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Mining
Apprentice Engineer
$960 weekly pay
Engineering Tradesperson
Advanced Engineering Tradesperson
$1,800 weekly pay
Casting and Moulding Tradesperson
$1,440 weekly pay
Driller
$1,650 weekly pay
Driller Offsider
$1,350 weekly pay
Dump Truck Operator
$1,640 weekly pay
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
$1,550 weekly pay
Geological Technician
$1,540 weekly pay
Hydraulic Fitter
Hydraulic Mechanic
Industrial Electrician
Instrumentation Technician
$1,400 weekly pay
Machinist
Mechanical Fitter
Miner
$1,700 weekly pay
Mining Machine Operator
Plant Mechanic
Plant Operator
Production Operator
Shotfirer
Drilling Supervisor
$1,750 weekly pay
Jumbo Operator
$2,300 weekly pay
Metallurgist
Mining Engineer
Mining Supervisor
Research Engineer
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