Consulting Geologists draw from different scientific disciples such as chemistry and biology, to study the natural resources found under the surface of the earth and to assist in finding the best way to extract these natural resources. A consulting geologist… Read more »
Mining is a significant primary industry in Australia and a major contributor to the Australian economy. There are many different ores and minerals mined in Australia. The mining industry provides a massive amount of people highly paid, highly skilled jobs… Read more »
The mining industry is a dynamic, exciting and amazingly diverse sector with more than 120 occupations ranging from skilled trades to high tech professionals. If mining is an industry you are considering a career in, have you considered what it… Read more »
It is no surprise to hear that there have been job losses in the geosciences sector of mining in Australia, mainly as a result of the downturn in the mining industry worldwide, and the collapse of commodity prices. The mining… Read more »
Those involved in the earth sciences use their understanding of the rocks and minerals that make up the earth, as well as the water supply and living organisms to understand how the earth is made up, how it has changed… Read more »
Mine or production geologists are responsible for studying the relationship between geology and ore formation to be able to locate new mineral resources. Through this process they are able to give advice on short and long term production plans. One… Read more »
As the name suggests, mining exploration geologists work in the mineral exploration industry, where they are involved in searching for new discoveries of minerals containing metals such as gold, copper, silver, and zinc. Mineral exploration basically involves the process of… Read more »