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28/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
This week reported another round of ‘they said, we said’ as the unions and industry discussed training initiatives. Migration is set to rise to assist in the skills shortage while WA tradies are reported to lead the world on pay scales. Olympic Dam is expanding and Rio Tinto is launching a massive recruitment campaign using Olympic athletes as spokespeople. In other, somewhat bizarre news, space mining is being discussed as a viable industry.
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27/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Are you worried about how your online reputation may impact your job search? With all the unsavoury rumours about recruiters asking for Facebook passwords and people losing their jobs because of social networking activity, jobseekers asked us how recruiters in the Australian resource industry are using the tools. It's certainly a controversial issue but two of our employers provide insight that will prove valuable to anyone looking for work in the digital age.
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26/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
You’ve heard about our upcoming jobs expo, right? We’ve been really busy working to create a different experience for jobseekers – one that will inform and educate while giving clear direction on what potential candidates need to do to gain employment or plan a career in the Australian resource industry. But what, exactly, does that mean?
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24/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Have you ever made an international move for your job? Whether you are thinking about migrating to Australia, in the process of getting your visa or actually living here already, you should know about some useful resources to help you make important decisions and get settled as quickly as possible.
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22/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
A new report released last week ranked Australia as one of the top destinations for jobseekers. We weren’t surprised - even a little bit.
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21/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Fly in fly out, aka FIFO, featured in many of the news stories this week. The government probe into FIFO conditions in Australia moved to the West with both positive and negative spins put on the whole issue. New training initiatives are underway at the government and industry level. Government is giving employers an incentive to hire more mature age workers. A new study rated Australia as one of the best places in the world to migrate. Lastly, a new mineral has been discovered in Spain.
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20/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Possibly the most nerve-wracking interview you’ll ever have is the first job after you’ve qualified in your field of study. Whether you’re looking for a job in mining engineering or want to work as a driller, breaking into a new role is hard. Here’s the good news; hiring managers know that and expect a few jitters. Here’s even better news; our industry experts on hiring have given in-depth answers on what you need to do to impress them. Whether it’s your first job or you’re near the top rung of the ladder, they offer a mother lode of advice.
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19/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Do you have extensive experience in your line of work? Are you a motivated, results-oriented, team player? Do you come with a proven track record? Does this sound like you? If it does, you’re in big trouble.
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18/04/2012 05:00 AM / Kyla Jones, Site Director, AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
If you’re a mining professional working in Australia, you won’t be surprised to hear your skills are in high demand. What we’re beginning to experience, however, are mining skills shortages attached to trades. As many large projects around the country enter the construction phase, more and more skilled trades people are in demand, too.
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17/04/2012 05:00 AM / AMMA Mining Oil and Gas Jobs
Rio Tinto is coming to New Zealand and would like to speak with mining professionals about employment in Australia. If you’re interested in a future with an open and diverse culture, a responsible working environment, and a career with many facets for getting ahead, you need to speak with Rio Tinto when they’re in Auckland.
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