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Production Manager (Mining)

OSCA 132233·ANZSCO 133513

Employed

10,600

Part-time share

5.3%

Female share

13.1%

Median age

45 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Production Manager (Mining) is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management, Advanced Diploma of Metalliferous Mining, Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management, and Advanced Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management.

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About this career

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a mining operation, including physical and human resources.

What they typically do

  • Plans and develops strategies for the production activities of a mining operation, and organises and coordinates the allocation of physical and human resources
  • Directs and controls the implementation of production plans and schedules
  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of mining production activities
  • Develops and implements quality control measures for mining production, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations
  • May oversee short-term mine design activities

Where they work

Mining

States and territories

Share of workers by location

WA
44.8%
QLD
25.9%
NSW
14.8%
SA
6%
VIC
5.9%
TAS
1.3%
NT
1%
ACT
0.1%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Production Manager (Mining).

  • Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management

    RII60220 · AQF 6 · 3 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Metalliferous Mining

    RII60120 · AQF 6 · 4 providers

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  • Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management

    RII50920 · AQF 5 · 8 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management

    RII60320 · AQF 6 · 5 providers

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  • Diploma of Surface Operations Management

    RII50120 · AQF 5 · 19 providers

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  • Diploma of Minerals Processing

    RII50326 · AQF 5 · 3 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management

    RII60726 · AQF 6 · 10 providers

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