Who works in the mines and what doing

[Polyal]

Originally Posted by Gambit

Basically as Polyal said. Reduces any incidents being released offsite. I don’t agree with it but not going to lose my job over it.

It’s funny that some contractors can have theirs in the crib room while permanent fitters sitting next to them can’t use theirs. I want mine for my music & podcasts since our radio reception in the machines are generally rubbish

Its also the usual story of one bad egg ruins it for all. The temptation to play with it while driving is to great for some and companies simply wont take the risk.

[Gambit]

Originally Posted by Polyal

Its also the usual story of one bad egg ruins it for all. The temptation to play with it while driving is to great for some and companies simply wont take the risk.

Yep, I’ll agree with that but if someone can’t leave the device alone long enough to drive to the dump & back without using it I’d say they’re in the wrong industry. With the cameras inside the truck watching you for “fatigue” I’d say you’re on your own to fight for your job if you are caught operating while driving.

I have no problem someone using it sitting at the digger or crib hut.

Honestly won’t surprise me if our drivers licence ends up being like that in the future. Get caught, lose it.

[ronwest]

My son-in-law is a drill operator.

Applied for a job (sent resume, referees, etc) with Rio in WA on Wed last week had a job (subject to usual stuff) next morning.

Starts in 3 weeks.

Could be of interest to WA peeps or those willing to fifo.

Not looking forward to the wet season...

No phone means no games no videos and 12hrs in a crib room zzzzzzzzz

[FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0]

I'm looking for some advice from those of you who work FIFO and/or in the mines.

My brother-in-law, who is currently a upholsterer, is looking at making a career change. He wants yo get out of what he is doing but is concerned that going back to school to get a trade at his age will take too long and/or cause a financial strain.

I jokingly suggested that he should get himself a job in the mines, FIFO. He actually seemed pretty interested.

So, what sort of work and pay could an unskilled person get? To get into driving, say a dump truck for eg, what quals would he need to have, what would it cost to get those quals, and how long?

Is there somewhere (websites, etc) he could do some research and get more information about what is available and how to go about pursuing it further?

Appreciate any assistance you can provide.

Originally Posted by FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0

I'm looking for some advice from those of you who work FIFO and/or in the mines.



My brother-in-law, who is currently a upholsterer, is looking at making a career change. He wants yo get out of what he is doing but is concerned that going back to school to get a trade at his age will take too long and/or cause a financial strain.



I jokingly suggested that he should get himself a job in the mines, FIFO. He actually seemed pretty interested.



So, what sort of work and pay could an unskilled person get? To get into driving, say a dump truck for eg, what quals would he need to have, what would it cost to get those quals, and how long?



Is there somewhere (websites, etc) he could do some research and get more information about what is available and how to go about pursuing it further?



Appreciate any assistance you can provide.

Plenty of greenskins starting in the Bowen basin currently

$46.50 thru Labour hire mobs and 84 hr's a week.

Yearly performance reviews can see upskilling and pay rate upwards of $59 hr within 5 yrs

[FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0]

Originally Posted by TrVrPhiLpsiNdstrys

Plenty of greenskins starting in the Bowen basin currently

$46.50 thru Labour hire mobs and 84 hr's a week.

Yearly performance reviews can see upskilling and pay rate upwards of $59 hr within 5 yrs

Thanks, sounds promising. How would someone get into one of these jobs? Where would you start to put out some feelers or get more info. I have no idea where to start.

Any help appreciated.

[naddis01]

Originally Posted by FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0

Thanks, sounds promising. How would someone get into one of these jobs? Where would you start to put out some feelers or get more info. I have no idea where to start.

Any help appreciated.

Try Corestaff

[Gambit]

Originally Posted by FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0

Thanks, sounds promising. How would someone get into one of these jobs? Where would you start to put out some feelers or get more info. I have no idea where to start.

Any help appreciated.

Any location he’s after? There’s usually plenty of work around. I don’t agree how the contractor operator roles are but that’s usually the best way in. As a permanent I understand the use of contractors & why the company use them but for someone doing it long term it’s rubbish they aren’t paid the same as us!

Around the hunter I’d say programmed, workpac. Also have bhp contractor option. Not so much fifo here tho (maybe mt arthur - bhp).

[naddis01]

They are always chasing people in Broken Hill but it's residential not FIFO. They seem to employ people with no experience because they can't get anyone else. It is a good option to get into the industry.

[FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0]

Originally Posted by naddis01

They are always chasing people in Broken Hill but it's residential not FIFO. They seem to employ people with no experience because they can't get anyone else. It is a good option to get into the industry.

Thanks naddis. Any idea of what sort of $$$ they pay?

[naddis01]

Base rate is about $40/hr and goes up from there.

Do you have Facebook ?

[FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0]

Originally Posted by TrVrPhiLpsiNdstrys

Do you have Facebook ?

No, I don't. But the BIL does.

Looks pretty but you wouldn't want to drink it :p

[Polyal]

Around this area Stellar is your best bet for Thiess sites.

Get a Linked In profile and then keep tabs on SEEK job requirements

[arronm]

I dont work in the mines I work for the mining company's. Consult on plant and equipment failures and breakdown. Always plenty of monkey abusing the equipment. And fitters installation issues. And manufacturing defects.

With the way WA mining is I can work till Iam 100.

Another week is upon us.

Anyone staying around Moranbah on here I am looking for a room to rent from you

Maybe 1 week out of the month ?

Not interested In Buying up here for at least 4yrs, after the last downturn that happened anyway...

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas

I'm back on day shift New Years Day so no celebrating for me.

[arronm]

I did drive a 785 truck as well as front-end loader and excavator for a year back in 93. Worked on the bomb crew as well. Operated a drill rig.

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[LG17]

Originally Posted by TrVrPhiLpsiNdstrys

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Is that out at Moranbah?

Dunno mate random internet shot eh ...

No mobile phones allowed on site

[LG17]

Originally Posted by TrVrPhiLpsiNdstrys

Dunno mate random internet shot eh ...

No mobile phones allowed on site

That I do know as my son is up there.

So what is your sons name ?

Maybe we work together ??

Although there are 4 crews per every mine site up here currently

[MITCHAY]

Supersized Tonka truck. No bloke around would say no to taking one for a spin

Originally Posted by MITCHAY

Supersized Tonka truck. No bloke around would say no to taking one for a spin

Got that right :p

[arronm]

Back in the day i drove komatsu . When they came on boost on an empty load on wet road. Hello sideways drift

[MITCHAY]

Originally Posted by arronm

Back in the day i drove komatsu . When they came on boost on an empty load on wet road. Hello sideways drift

Haha any vids exist of this happening?

Crazy and sometimes worrying times up here right now as you can imagine, but there is no time like the present to get a start in this industry so make google your friend and register on Seek !

Peace out and be good to each other