Explore career paths in mining, oil and gas

Introduction to careers in mining, oil and gas

The Australian mining, energy, oil and gas sector provides these services to the market, along with natural gas, uranium, nuclear and renewable energies.

Providing essential materials and services to society, this sector expands in symbiosis with population expansions. And now it is changing its shape too, due to the finite nature of fossil fuels and a response to the global imperative to develop renewable energy sources.

Mining, energy, oil and gas industry overview

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How dangerous are careers in the mining sector?

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Mining, energy, oil and gas industry overview

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A graduate’s guide to FIFO life in the mining sector

Here are some things you should know about if you’re considering a graduate job or internship in mining that requires yo…

How dangerous are careers in the mining sector?

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Career stories

Get a sneak peek of what it's like to work at leading employers!

Mining, oil and gas career stories

Day in the life

Mirabelle Molukun

Graduate Mining Engineer at South32

Mirabelle Molukun studied a Bachelor of Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia in 2015 and is now a Graduate Mining Engineer at South32.

Day in the life

Mirabelle Molukun

Graduate Mining Engineer at South32

Mirabelle Molukun studied a Bachelor of Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia in 2015 and is now a Graduate Mining Engineer at South32.

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Day in the life

Luke Gillogley

Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP

Luke Gillogley graduated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Queensland in 2017, and is now a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP.

Day in the life

Luke Gillogley

Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP

Luke Gillogley graduated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Queensland in 2017, and is now a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP.

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Day in the life

Clarice Goh

Graduate Process Engineer at Worley

Clarice Goh graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) and Business Management (Business Economics) at The University of Queensland in 2017 and is now working as a Graduate Process Engineer at Worley.

Day in the life

Clarice Goh

Graduate Process Engineer at Worley

Clarice Goh graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) and Business Management (Business Economics) at The University of Queensland in 2017 and is now working as a Graduate Process Engineer at Worley.

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Day in the life

Mirabelle Molukun

Graduate Mining Engineer at South32

Mirabelle Molukun studied a Bachelor of Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia in 2015 and is now a Graduate Mining Engineer at South32.

Day in the life

Mirabelle Molukun

Graduate Mining Engineer at South32

Mirabelle Molukun studied a Bachelor of Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia in 2015 and is now a Graduate Mining Engineer at South32.

Read full story

Day in the life

Luke Gillogley

Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP

Luke Gillogley graduated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Queensland in 2017, and is now a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP.

Day in the life

Luke Gillogley

Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP

Luke Gillogley graduated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Queensland in 2017, and is now a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at BHP.

Read full story

Day in the life

Clarice Goh

Graduate Process Engineer at Worley

Clarice Goh graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) and Business Management (Business Economics) at The University of Queensland in 2017 and is now working as a Graduate Process Engineer at Worley.

Day in the life

Clarice Goh

Graduate Process Engineer at Worley

Clarice Goh graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) and Business Management (Business Economics) at The University of Queensland in 2017 and is now working as a Graduate Process Engineer at Worley.

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Free short course trials

Before you decide on next steps, jump in and test the waters with these free short courses

Ever wondered what it's like to study mining, oil and gas? Now's your chance to find out! Jump in and learn key concepts from leading course providers.

The Minerals and Mining Business

This course provides learners with an overview of the mining sector through the lens of the value chain, examining how companies and other stakeholders explore for and then transform a mineral resource to create valuable products and other forms of capital.

Career pathways

This is where the rubber hits the road! Check out if you're inspired by these career pathways in mining, oil and gas?

Some of them are even recruiting students straight out of secondary school. If you like what you see, why not get in touch to learn more!? These employers would love to hear from you!

AngloGold Ashanti Australia

4.3

Newcrest Mining

Rio Tinto

4.3

South32

3.9

Thiess

Woodside Energy

4.3

AngloGold Ashanti Australia

4.3

Newcrest Mining

Rio Tinto

4.3

South32

3.9

Thiess

Woodside Energy

4.3

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Related degrees

So you've decided you might like to pursue mining, oil and gas further? Check out these related courses!

While further study is no longer always a prerequisite for a career in mining, oil and gas, some courses can help launch your career to new levels!

Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations

Certificate

Casuarina

This qualification reflects the role of employees such as production operators in an open cut mine or quarry, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.

Bachelor of Technology (Renewable Energy Systems)

Bachelor

Newcastle - Callaghan

Renewable energy technologies are evolving rapidly. They include geothermal heat sources, carbon capture and storage, mineral sequestration, photovoltaics, polymer cells, oxyfuel technologies, and wind turbines.

Bachelor of Spatial Science Technology (Geographic Information Systems)

Bachelor

Toowoomba

Experience the impact of Geographic Information Systems with the help of USQ’s Bachelor of Spatial Science Technology (Geographic Information Systems).

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